Caldwell Early College

2859 Hickory Blvd Sw
Hudson, NC 28638
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 350 students in grades 9-13, Caldwell Early College ranks in the top 5% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 23% 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: 350 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Caldwell Early College's student population of 350 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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School Rankings

Caldwell Early College 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 Caldwell Early College is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#69 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
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80-84%
42%
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85-89%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
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Hispanic
16%
20%
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Black
2%
25%
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White
77%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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0.38
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≥95%
85%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caldwell Early College's ranking?
Caldwell Early College is ranked #69 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Caldwell Early College often compared to?
Caldwell Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Hibriten High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Caldwell Early College?
The graduation rate of Caldwell Early College is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Caldwell Early College?
350 students attend Caldwell Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Caldwell Early College students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caldwell Early College?
Caldwell Early College has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Caldwell Early College offer ?
Caldwell Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Caldwell Early College part of?
Caldwell Early College is part of Caldwell County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 350 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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