Serving 169 students in grades 9-13, Early College East High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 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 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Early College East High School's student population of 169 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Motto
Learning Together Today; Building a Brighter Tomorrow!
School Mascot
White Tiger
School Rankings
Early College East High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Early College East High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#699 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
9%
25%
White
69%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: White Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College East High School's ranking?
Early College East High School is ranked #699 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Early College East High School often compared to?
Early College East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Craven Early College High School, Havelock High School by visitors of our site.
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 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Early College East High School?
The graduation rate of Early College East High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Early College East High School?
169 students attend Early College East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Early College East High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early College East High School?
Early College East High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Early College East High School offer ?
Early College East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Early College East High School part of?
Early College East High School is part of Craven County Board Of Education School District.
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