| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whiteville City Schools | Brunswick | 6/10 Average · 50th pct | 2,104 | 5 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Columbus County Schools | Bolton | 3/10 Below Average · 23rd pct | 5,335 | 13 | — | 13 |
How Columbus County compares
Together they enroll 7,439 students across 18 schools. The largest is Columbus County Schools with 5,335 students. Districts here average 4.5/10, below the North Carolina average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 6/10.
School Districts in Columbus County, North Carolina
Columbus County has 2 public school districts covering 14 zip codes. The top-rated district in Columbus County is Whiteville City Schools (6/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NC EOG 2024–25), ranked against all districts in North Carolina. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Columbus County, NC?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Columbus County, NC. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Columbus County, NC?
Of the districts serving Columbus County, Whiteville City Schools has the highest rating on this site at 6/10. That places it in the 50th percentile among North Carolina school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on North Carolina reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in North Carolina and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within North Carolina only, never across state lines.