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Tyrrell County

North Carolina · Public K-12

Parents in Tyrrell County researching K-12 options have 3 public schools to consider, with combined enrollment near 462 (1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high).

7-year change in Tyrrell County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
462
-155 (-25%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
29%
was 37%
% Hispanic
28%
was 19%
% Black
34%
was 32%
% Asian
1%
was 3%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
3
1 districts
Enrollment
462
NCES CCD
Median income
$41,685
Below North Carolina avg
Free/reduced lunch
98.0%
Above North Carolina avg
Elementary
1
196 students
Middle
1
90 students
High
1
176 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Tyrrell County Schools
462 students · 1 district in Tyrrell County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Tyrrell County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
57%
Hispanic
8%
Black
33%
Asian
0%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
29%
Hispanic
28%
Black
34%
Asian
1%
Two or more
8%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
13.0%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
13.7%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
2.8%
civilian labor
Median age
48
16.2% under 18

Test scores in Tyrrell County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. North Carolina state average: 51.8%.

Top 3 schools (ELA)
  1. Columbia Middle· 48.4%
  2. Tyrrell Elementary· 44.0%
  3. Columbia High· 37.5%

See all 3 schools in Tyrrell County ranked by score →

All schools (3)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Tyrrell ElementaryColumbiaElementaryPK-05196·
Columbia HighColumbiaHigh09-13176·
Columbia MiddleColumbiaMiddle06-0890·

Cities in Tyrrell County

Columbia3 schools

About Tyrrell County

Tyrrell County is a compact county of about 3,423 residents in North Carolina. Its public-school system hosts approximately 462 students across 3 schools.

Looking at the wider area, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $41,685, 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is around 14%. That income level is 34% lower than the North Carolina median.

In terms of grade levels, Tyrrell County consists of 1 elementary school (196 students), 1 middle school (90), and 1 high school (176).

Tyrrell County Schools dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 462 students on its own.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Tyrrell County has shrank 25% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 617 students to 462. The Hispanic share of public-school enrollment grew from 19% to 28%.

On this page, the community for Tyrrell County discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Tyrrell County?
Tyrrell County, North Carolina has 3 public K-12 schools serving approximately 462 students.
How many high schools are in Tyrrell County?
Tyrrell County, North Carolina has 1 public high school, serving approximately 176 students.
How many middle schools are in Tyrrell County?
Tyrrell County, North Carolina has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 90 students.
How many elementary schools are in Tyrrell County?
Tyrrell County, North Carolina has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 196 students.
What is the largest school district in Tyrrell County?
Tyrrell County Schools is the largest school district in Tyrrell County, serving approximately 462 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Tyrrell County?
Tyrrell County, North Carolina has a population of approximately 3,423, with a median age of 48. About 16.2% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Tyrrell County?
Median household income in Tyrrell County is $41,685, below the North Carolina average of $63,182. About 13.7% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Tyrrell County?
Approximately 13.0% of adults 25 and older in Tyrrell County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Tyrrell County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 98.0% of students in Tyrrell County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the North Carolina county average of 86.8%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tyrrell County schools?
Across Tyrrell County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 10.8 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data