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South Columbus High School

  • C+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Tabor City, NC
  • 54 reviews
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C+
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      C
    4. College Prep
      C+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C-
    6. Health & Safety
      C
    7. Administration
      C-
    8. Sports
      B-
    9. Food
      C
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    South Columbus High School is a public school located in Tabor City, NC. It has 796 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 42% of students are at least proficient in math and 42% in reading.
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    (910) 653-4073
    40 Stallion Drive
    Tabor City, NC 28463
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    South Columbus High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    42%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    42%
    Average Graduation Rate
    81%
    Average SAT
    1080
    61 responses
    Average ACT
    21
    29 responses
    AP Enrollment
    6%
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    Living in the Area
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      A
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $37,500
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $536
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $85,200
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    C
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    67%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.6 responses
    Poll
    67%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.6 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 9 responses
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    • Pep Rally, Football games
      44%
    • Art Concert
      22%
    • Homecoming, Basketball Games, Volleyball Games etc
      22%
    • Spirit Week
      11%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    796
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    91%
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.7 responses
    57%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.7 responses
    71%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.7 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    17:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $42,475
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    18.2%
    33%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.9 responses
    22%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.9 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.9 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $9,483/ year
    National
    $12,239
    33%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.9 responses
    22%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.9 responses
    44%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.9 responses
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    South Columbus High School Reviews

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    I had a great time at South Columbus as a student! The staff are all close, the students are like family, and you can always count on the guidance department to keep you straight when it comes to scheduling your classes and even applying to college and for scholarships. They will stick with you even after you graduate and still keep record of every document you may need while in college! The only thing I would like to see change is the maturity level at which they treat the students. They make the students walk in straight lines, they are knit picky on uniform policies, and most teachers still make the students ask to use the restroom and some teachers even say no to restroom requests! College is the complete opposite and I feel they should better prepare students as far as common curtisies go.
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    It’s ok I guess, seems to be a little favoritism , some kids get away with things others can’t. Some teachers really try to help students; they have more patience and care. I wish everyone were given the same opportunity as others and given the credit we each deserved, especially in sports. Everyone don’t get the credit for what they do. I’m just thankful for the good teachers I have/ had.
    What was best about South Columbus was the sportsmanship that they have for all of their sports. They really but a lot of honor, respect and dedication into their sports but the one thing I would like to see change at the school is the little effort they put into a students learning . Most of the teachers just let the students get by with the poor grades that they have just because they like to see them play on the team instead learn a lesson by sitting on the bench. Another thing I would like to see change at this school is how students are targeted by what they wear. Which is simply ridiculous because some students barely have enough money to afford the simple polos and basic pants. Instead of worrying about a students appearance the school should worry about how they can help most or those urban kids reach higher goals and life. So that they can inspire others to do the same. Although sports are great but academics are even better !