Serving 288 students in grades 9-13, Richmond 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 ≥90% (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 36:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Richmond Early College High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hamlet, NC, covering approximately 480 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 26.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Richmond Early College High School's student population of 288 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richmond 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 Richmond Early College High School 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
#38 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥90%
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
36:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Early College High School's ranking?
Richmond Early College High School is ranked #38 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Richmond Early College High School often compared to?
Richmond Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richmond Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% 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 Richmond Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Richmond Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Richmond Early College High School?
288 students attend Richmond Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Richmond Early College High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond Early College High School?
Richmond Early College High School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Richmond Early College High School offer ?
Richmond Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richmond Early College High School part of?
Richmond Early College High School is part of Richmond County Schools.
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