Lenoir Community College is a public community college in Lenoir County, North Carolina. LCC's main campus is located in the city of Kinston in Lenoir County and it has satellite institutions in Greene and Jones counties. It is part of the North Carolina Community College System.
Serving 217 students in grades 9-13, Lenoir County Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher 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 27:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lenoir County Early College High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kinston, NC, covering approximately 401.4 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 17.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lenoir County Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lenoir County Early College High School's student population of 217 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lenoir County Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lenoir County Early College High School is 0.70, 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
#114 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥80%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Lancers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lenoir County Early College High School's ranking?
Lenoir County Early College High School is ranked #114 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% 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 Lenoir County Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Lenoir County Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Lenoir County Early College High School?
217 students attend Lenoir County Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lenoir County Early College High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lenoir County Early College High School?
Lenoir County Early College High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lenoir County Early College High School offer ?
Lenoir County Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lenoir County Early College High School part of?
Lenoir County Early College High School is part of Lenoir County School District.
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