Stokes Early College High School is located in Walnut Cove, North Carolina, in the Meadows community, on the Stokes County Campus of Forsyth Technical Community College.
Serving 159 students in grades 9-13, Stokes Early College High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (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 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stokes Early College's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Walnut Cove, NC, encompassing approximately 455.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 18.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stokes 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
Stokes Early College High School's student population of 159 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Rankings
Stokes Early College High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stokes Early College High School is 0.25, 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
#160 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stokes Early College High School's ranking?
Stokes Early College High School is ranked #160 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% 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 Stokes Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Stokes Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Stokes Early College High School?
159 students attend Stokes Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Stokes Early College High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stokes Early College High School?
Stokes Early College High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stokes Early College High School offer ?
Stokes Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stokes Early College High School part of?
Stokes Early College High School is part of Stokes County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Stokes Early College High School located?
Stokes Early College High School is located in the Meadows neighborhood of Walnut Cove, NC.
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