Serving 282 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 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Richmond Early College High School's student population of 282 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richmond Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Early College High School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#121 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
16%
25%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
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 #121 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% 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 85%.
How many students attend Richmond Early College High School?
282 students attend Richmond Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Richmond Early College High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 26:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond Early College High School offer ?
Richmond Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Richmond Early College High School part of?
Richmond Early College High School is part of Richmond County Schools School District.
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