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4 schools in Tabor City

North Carolina · Public K-12

In Tabor City, public K-12 schools number 4 and serve approximately 1,267 students across 1 elementary and 1 high.

7-year change in Tabor City

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,267
-226 (-15%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
-2 (-50%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
54%
was 56%
% Hispanic
10%
was 10%
% Black
33%
was 33%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
South Columbus HighHigh09-12669
Tabor City ElementaryCombinedM-M·
Tabor City MiddleCombinedM-M·
Tabor City SchoolElementaryPK-08598

About Tabor City

Public education in Tabor City, North Carolina runs across 4 schools that enrolls roughly 1,267 students. By footprint, Tabor City sits in the compact bracket.

In terms of grade levels, the city is built around 1 elementary, 1 high, and 2 other.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 317, meaningfully below the state mean of about 571.

Five-year track record. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,267 students, contracted 15% from the 1,493 reported in SY 2017-18. Tabor City now counts 2 public schools, down from 4 in SY 2017-18.

On this page, the community for Tabor City discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Tabor City?
Tabor City, North Carolina has 4 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,267 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Tabor City?
Tabor City has 1 elementary, 1 high, 2 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Tabor City?
South Columbus High is the largest public school in Tabor City by enrollment, with approximately 669 students.
What school districts serve Tabor City?
Tabor City public schools are operated by Columbus County Schools.
What grade levels do public schools in Tabor City cover?
Public schools in Tabor City serve students from pre-K through grade 12.