Serving 174 students in grades 9-13, Henderson County Early College ranks in the top 1% 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 ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Henderson County Early College's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Flat Rock, NC, encompassing approximately 375.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 19.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson County Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Henderson County Early College's student population of 174 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
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
30 students
School Motto
HCEC provides a personalized, goal-oriented, rigorous educational program.
School Rankings
Henderson County Early College ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson County Early College is 0.57, 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
#18 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
15:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
33%
22%
White
57%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and silver
School Mascot
Roadrunner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson County Early College's ranking?
Henderson County Early College is ranked #18 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Henderson County Early College often compared to?
Henderson County Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Hendersonville High School, West Henderson High School, North Henderson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henderson County Early College?
The graduation rate of Henderson County Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Henderson County Early College?
174 students attend Henderson County Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Henderson County Early College students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson County Early College?
Henderson County Early College has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Henderson County Early College offer ?
Henderson County Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henderson County Early College part of?
Henderson County Early College is part of Henderson County Schools.
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