Northampton Early College

100 College Dr.
Weldon, NC 27890
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 155 students in grades 9-13, Northampton Early College ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 155 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50% in NC)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northampton Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Northampton Early College's student population of 155 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
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School Rankings

Northampton Early College ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northampton Early College is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NC)
#1503 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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40-59%
42%
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21-39%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
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Black
83%
25%
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White
8%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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0.30
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≥80%
85%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northampton Early College's ranking?
Northampton Early College is ranked #1503 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northampton Early College?
The graduation rate of Northampton Early College is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Northampton Early College?
155 students attend Northampton Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northampton Early College students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northampton Early College?
Northampton Early College has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northampton Early College offer ?
Northampton Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northampton Early College part of?
Northampton Early College is part of Northampton County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 155 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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