School Overview
West Columbus High School, located in the rural community of Cerro Gordo, North Carolina, serves as a key educational institution within the Columbus County Schools district. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience for its students, focusing on college and career readiness while maintaining a strong sense of community. By offering a variety of core curriculum subjects alongside elective opportunities, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for post-secondary success, whether that leads to higher education, vocational training, or the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, West Columbus High emphasizes the development of well-rounded individuals through participation in athletics, extracurricular clubs, and school-wide initiatives. As a vital part of the local community, the school works to foster a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to engage with both their academic goals and their peers. For more detailed information regarding school calendars, policies, and specific programs, interested parties can visit their official district website at [www.columbus.k12.nc.us](http://www.columbus.k12.nc.us).
459
Total Students
32.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Columbus High
Demographic Student Count
White205
Hispanic33
Black187
Two or More20
American Indian13
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    205 (44.7%)
  • Black
    187 (40.7%)
  • Hispanic
    33 (7.2%)
  • Two or More
    20 (4.4%)
  • American Indian
    13 (2.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Columbus County Schools
Phone: (910)654-6111
Website: http://www.columbus.k12.nc.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 459
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 448
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 129
Grade 10 129
Grade 11 90
Grade 12 111

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for West Columbus High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9129
Grade 10129
Grade 1190
Grade 12111
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for West Columbus High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23150.3%
Male22849.7%