Serving 122 students in grades 9-13, Macon Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macon Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Macon Early College High School's student population of 122 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Macon Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macon Early College High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#48 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macon Early College High School's ranking?
Macon Early College High School is ranked #48 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Macon Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Macon Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Macon Early College High School?
122 students attend Macon Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Macon Early College High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macon Early College High School?
Macon Early College High School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Macon Early College High School offer ?
Macon Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Macon Early College High School part of?
Macon Early College High School is part of Macon County Schools School District.
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