Serving 233 students in grades 9-13, Wilmington Early College High School ranks in the top 1% 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 90-94% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilmington 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Wilmington Early College High School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilmington Early College High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilmington Early College High School is 0.57, 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
#12 out of 2568 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilmington Early College High School's ranking?
Wilmington Early College High School is ranked #12 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wilmington Early College High School often compared to?
Wilmington Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sea-tech by visitors of our site.
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 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilmington Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Wilmington Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wilmington Early College High School?
233 students attend Wilmington Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wilmington Early College High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilmington Early College High School?
Wilmington Early College High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilmington Early College High School offer ?
Wilmington Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Wilmington Early College High School part of?
Wilmington Early College High School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
A small school with an emphasis on academic achievement through partnership with Cape Fear Community College. Students have the opportunity to graduate high school with an associate degree.
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