Serving 72 students in grades 9-13, Washington Early College High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Washington Early College High School's student population of 72 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Early College High School is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
64%
25%
White
18%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Washington Early College High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Washington Early College High School?
72 students attend Washington Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Washington Early College High School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Early College High School?
Washington Early College High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Early College High School offer ?
Washington Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Washington Early College High School part of?
Washington Early College High School is part of Washington County Schools School District.
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