Serving 178 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 30:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Early College EAST High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Havelock, NC school district, covering approximately 773.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 27.9 miles to the furthest point.
- 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
School Overview
Early College East High School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Average Class Size
200 students
School Motto
Learning Together Today; Building a Brighter Tomorrow!
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 0.59, 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
#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
30:1
15:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
10%
24%
White
61%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
navy blue and silver
School Mascot
White Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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 86.5%.
How many students attend Early College East High School?
178 students attend Early College East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Early College East High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 30:1, 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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