TARBORO HIGH SCHOOL

Tarboro High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Edgecombe County Public Schools school district, located in Tarboro, NC with about 598 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 36 teachers, Tarboro High has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Tarboro High School, located in Tarboro, North Carolina, is a public secondary institution serving the students of Edgecombe County. As a central part of the Edgecombe County Public Schools district, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether through higher education, vocational training, or the workforce. The school is deeply rooted in the local community and is well-known for its strong sense of spirit and tradition, often serving as a focal point for civic engagement and regional events.

Academically, Tarboro High emphasizes a curriculum designed to meet state standards while fostering student growth through various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, clubs, and service organizations. The school's mission centers on cultivating an environment that encourages academic achievement and personal responsibility. For those seeking current information regarding academic calendars, athletic schedules, or district-specific policies, the school maintains an official presence through the Edgecombe County Public Schools website at [http://www.ecps.us/tarborohigh/](http://www.ecps.us/tarborohigh/).

For more information, contact Tarboro High at (252) 823-4284 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1400 Howard Avenue
Tarboro, NC 27886-4122
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TARBORO HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Tarboro, NC with about 598 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
598
Teachers:
36.53
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 598 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TARBORO HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 73% of the student body.

Black or African American
73.2%
White
16.9%
Hispanic/Latino
8.2%
Two or more races
1.7%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.