Serving 280 students in grades 9-13, Pcs Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pcs 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pcs Early College High School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Different Breed Same Pack ~ Changing Lives Everyday
School Rankings
Pcs 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 Pcs 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
#49 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
35%
24%
White
32%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pcs Early College High School's ranking?
Pcs Early College High School is ranked #49 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pcs Early College High School often compared to?
Pcs Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Innovation Early College High School, D H Conley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pcs Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Pcs Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pcs Early College High School?
280 students attend Pcs Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Pcs Early College High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pcs Early College High School?
Pcs Early College High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pcs Early College High School offer ?
Pcs Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pcs Early College High School part of?
Pcs Early College High School is part of Pitt County Schools.
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