Abss Early College At Acc

1247 Jimmie Kerr Road
Graham, NC 27253
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10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 247 students in grades 9-13, Abss Early College At Acc ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (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 31:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
  • : Top 5%
  • : ≥80% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Abss Early College At Acc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Abss Early College At Acc's student population of 247 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
Student Centered, Future Focused

School Rankings

Abss Early College At Acc ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abss Early College At Acc is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#89 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(21-22)
≥80%
51%
≥90%
50%
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
15:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
30%
22%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Black
14%
24%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

White
44%
42%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
56%
0.70

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

≥90%
86.5%

Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
2.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Abss Early College At Acc's ranking?
Abss Early College At Acc is ranked #89 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Abss Early College At Acc often compared to?
Abss Early College At Accis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Alamance High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% 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 Abss Early College At Acc?
The graduation rate of Abss Early College At Acc is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Abss Early College At Acc?
247 students attend Abss Early College At Acc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Abss Early College At Acc students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abss Early College At Acc?
Abss Early College At Acc has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Abss Early College At Acc offer ?
Abss Early College At Acc offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abss Early College At Acc part of?
Abss Early College At Acc is part of Alamance-Burlington Schools.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Great staff and student population, you feel included and taken care of. Even if the work may be harder, there is support to get you through it.
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 5%
  • : ≥80% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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