Serving 415 students in grades 9-13, Sandhoke 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 85-89% (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 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: SandHoke Early College High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Raeford, NC, covering approximately 251.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandhoke 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
Sandhoke Early College High School's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
415 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sandhoke 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 Sandhoke Early College High School is 0.76, which is more 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)85-89%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandhoke Early College High School's ranking?
Sandhoke 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 Sandhoke Early College High School often compared to?
Sandhoke Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoke County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% 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 Sandhoke Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Sandhoke Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Sandhoke Early College High School?
415 students attend Sandhoke Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Sandhoke Early College High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandhoke Early College High School?
Sandhoke Early College High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sandhoke Early College High School offer ?
Sandhoke Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Sandhoke Early College High School part of?
Sandhoke Early College High School is part of Hoke County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Sandhoke is an amazing school that has helped me thrive and grow academically and mentally. The teachers really care about the students and get to know us individually. They also challenge us and force us to think in more innovative ways. There are a growing number of clubs, many of which are student led. Sports are accessible, but the school doesn't have any teams. To continue, there's recycling and the facilities are really nice, especially at the college campus. The school honestly feels like a really big family because we are smaller and even though Freshman year can be a kind of hard (due to higher expectations and changes), most students graduate with good memories and strong relationships. Also, most kids are very academic and plan on college after high school.
5 10/10/2025
I graduated last year and miss it! The teachers do make sure you understand the lesson and the school is small so it's really easy to make friends and know everybody. They do give lots of work though and the college classes can be a lot sometimes.
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