Serving 122 students in grades 9-13, Nersba Early College ranks in the top 50% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nersba Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nersba Early College's student population of 122 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nersba Early College ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nersba Early College is 0.62, 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
#806 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nersba Early College's ranking?
Nersba Early College is ranked #806 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Nersba Early College often compared to?
Nersba Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Lcst, Philip J Weaver Educational Center, Robeson Co Career Center 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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nersba Early College?
The graduation rate of Nersba Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Nersba Early College?
122 students attend Nersba Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Nersba Early College students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Nersba Early College offer ?
Nersba Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nersba Early College part of?
Nersba Early College is part of Nersba Early College School District.
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