Serving 170 students in grades 9-13, Stanly Early College High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanly 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
Stanly Early College High School's student population of 170 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stanly Early College High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanly Early College High School is 0.49, 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
#18 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanly Early College High School's ranking?
Stanly Early College High School is ranked #18 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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 51% NC state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stanly Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Stanly Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Stanly Early College High School?
170 students attend Stanly Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Stanly Early College High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stanly Early College High School?
Stanly Early College High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stanly Early College High School offer ?
Stanly Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanly Early College High School part of?
Stanly Early College High School is part of Stanly County Schools School District.
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