Serving 175 students in grades 9-13, Stanly Early College High School ranks in the top 1% 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 ≥90% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanly Early College High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Albemarle, NC, spanning approximately 404.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanly 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
School Overview
Stanly Early College High School's student population of 175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
175 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stanly Early College High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanly Early College High School is 0.41, 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
#18 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. 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)
≥90%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
≥90%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 18-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 Stanly Early College High School's ranking?
Stanly Early College High School is ranked #18 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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 51% NC state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stanly Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Stanly Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Stanly Early College High School?
175 students attend Stanly Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Stanly Early College High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanly Early College High School?
Stanly 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 Stanly Early College High School offer ?
Stanly Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stanly Early College High School part of?
Stanly Early College High School is part of Stanly County Schools.
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