The Macon Early College high school is part of the early college program. It is located next to the Macon County branch of Southwestern Community College and Macon County's public library in Franklin, NC.
Serving 140 students in grades 9-13, Macon Early College High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 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% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 140 students
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Macon Early College High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Franklin, NC, covering approximately 519.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 21.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macon Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Macon Early College High School's student population of 140 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
Macon Early College 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 Macon Early College High School is 0.52, 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
#702 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
29%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
63%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥80%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macon Early College High School's ranking?
Macon Early College High School is ranked #702 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Macon Early College High School often compared to?
Macon Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin 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% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Macon Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Macon Early College High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Macon Early College High School?
140 students attend Macon Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Macon Early College High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Macon Early College High School offer ?
Macon Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Macon Early College High School part of?
Macon Early College High School is part of Macon County Schools.
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