Serving 128 students in grades 9-13, Bladen Early College ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bladen Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bladen Early College's student population of 128 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
128 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Bladen Early College ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bladen Early College is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#900 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
37%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bladen Early College's ranking?
Bladen Early College is ranked #900 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bladen Early College?
128 students attend Bladen Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bladen Early College students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Bladen Early College offer ?
Bladen Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bladen Early College part of?
Bladen Early College is part of Bladen County Schools.
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