Sampson Community College is a public community college in Clinton, North Carolina. It is part of the North Carolina Community College System.
Serving 216 students in grades 9-13, Sampson 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 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sampson Early College High’s attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Clinton, NC, covering approximately 874.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical driving time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 15.6 miles and the furthest edge located 30.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sampson 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
School Overview
Sampson Early College High School's student population of 216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Sampson 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 Sampson Early College High School is 0.55, 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
#48 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
62%
22%
Black
9%
24%
White
24%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sampson Early College High School's ranking?
Sampson Early College High School is ranked #48 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sampson Early College High School often compared to?
Sampson Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton 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 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sampson Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Sampson Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Sampson Early College High School?
216 students attend Sampson Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sampson Early College High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sampson Early College High School?
Sampson Early College High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sampson Early College High School offer ?
Sampson Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sampson Early College High School part of?
Sampson Early College High School is part of Sampson County Schools.
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