Serving 232 students in grades 9-13, Wayne Early / Middle College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (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 26:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayne Early / Middle College High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Goldsboro, NC, encompassing approximately 557.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne Early / Middle 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
Wayne Early / Middle College High School's student population of 232 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wayne Early / Middle 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 Wayne Early / Middle College High School is 0.66, 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
#114 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥80%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
45%
22%
Black
16%
24%
White
34%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne Early / Middle College High School's ranking?
Wayne Early / Middle College High School is ranked #114 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wayne Early / Middle College High School often compared to?
Wayne Early / Middle College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayne Middle / High Academy, Wayne School Of Engineering by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% 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 Wayne Early / Middle College High School?
The graduation rate of Wayne Early / Middle College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Wayne Early / Middle College High School?
232 students attend Wayne Early / Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Wayne Early / Middle College High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne Early / Middle College High School?
Wayne Early / Middle College High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wayne Early / Middle College High School offer ?
Wayne Early / Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne Early / Middle College High School part of?
Wayne Early / Middle College High School is part of Wayne County School District.
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