The Nash Rocky Mount Early College is a 9–13 public high school in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, United States. Students attending the early college attend for either four or five years, instead of just the traditional four.
Serving 307 students in grades 9-13, Nrm 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 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: NRM Early College High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rocky Mount, NC, covering approximately 547 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 15.8 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 24.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nrm Early College High School 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
Nrm Early College High School's student population of 307 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Nrm 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 Nrm Early College High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nrm Early College High School's ranking?
Nrm Early College High School is ranked #128 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Nrm Early College High School often compared to?
Nrm Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Nash High School, Southern Nash High School, Nash Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nrm Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Nrm Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Nrm Early College High School?
307 students attend Nrm Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Nrm Early College High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nrm Early College High School?
Nrm Early College High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nrm Early College High School offer ?
Nrm Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nrm Early College High School part of?
Nrm Early College High School is part of Nash County School District.
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