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#1989 of 2,648 schools in NC
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West Columbus School
Elementary School · Columbus County Schools · Cerro Gordo, NC
A Columbus County Schools elementary school where students score 9 points below what's typical for similar communities.
PO Box 280, Cerro Gordo, NC 28430
- Math 37% vs NC 57% (2025)
- Reading 38% vs NC 53% (2025)
- 15:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at West Columbus School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
2025 NC proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NC average.
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where West Columbus School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 20Car-Dependent
- Bike 30Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$66,786
Median home value
$121,000
Median rent
$594/mo
College educated
10.4%
Homeownership
62.4%
Poverty rate
10.1%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 28430; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 in Columbus County Schools
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acme Delco ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 5.5 | PK–6 | Not available | 310 | Compare → |
| Chadbourn ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.5 | K–5 | Not available | 199 | Compare → |
| Hallsboro-artesia ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.4 | PK–6 | Not available | 376 | Compare → |
| Old Dock ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 8.0 | PK–4 | Not available | 278 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Columbus County Schools
- Schools in district
- 12
- Rank in district
- #8 of 11
- District spending per student
- $14,006NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 24.1%Census SAIPE · 2024
West Columbus School is listed in Columbus County Schools; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About West Columbus School
West Columbus School is a public elementary school in Cerro Gordo, NC, part of Columbus County Schools, serving approximately 812 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,989 of 2,648 schools in NC. State assessment records show 37% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC).
Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about West Columbus School
What grades does West Columbus School serve?
West Columbus School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend West Columbus School?
West Columbus School has an enrollment of approximately 812 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Columbus School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Columbus School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Columbus School rank in NC?
West Columbus School ranks #1,989 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is West Columbus School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Columbus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at West Columbus School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Columbus School has 37% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC).
Is West Columbus School a charter school?
No, West Columbus School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Columbus School a Title I school?
No, West Columbus School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Columbus School?
99.6% of students at West Columbus School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 812
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Columbus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (910) 654-4250
- Area population (ZIP 28430)
- 1,678
- Area median age
- 43.8
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NC · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NC · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 28430; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments 2025 NC; directory SY 2023–24
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