Serving 181 students in grades 9-13, Harnett County Early College ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harnett County Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harnett County Early College's student population of 181 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harnett County Early College is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
36:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
21%
24%
White
33%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Harnett County Early College often compared to?
Harnett County Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Union Pines High School, Western Harnett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harnett County Early College?
The graduation rate of Harnett County Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Harnett County Early College?
181 students attend Harnett County Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Harnett County Early College students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harnett County Early College?
Harnett County Early College has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harnett County Early College offer ?
Harnett County Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harnett County Early College part of?
Harnett County Early College is part of Harnett County Schools.
School Reviews
Review Harnett County Early College. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Gifted, Honors, and Advanced Tracks: Are They Accessible or Just Advertised?
Learn how to evaluate gifted, honors, and advanced academic programs in public schools, including admission criteria, equity, and the questions every parent should ask.
Algebra Readiness: What Parents Should Ask Before Middle School
Discover how to determine if your child is ready for algebra before middle school, including the questions parents should ask and the skills students need to succeed.
How to Evaluate Reading Instruction in Your Zoned Elementary School
Learn how to evaluate reading instruction in your neighborhood elementary school by recognizing effective literacy practices, asking the right questions, and understanding what quality reading instruction looks like.
