Serving 235 students in grades 9-13, Wilkes 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 26:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilkes Early College High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Wilkesboro, NC, encompassing approximately 757.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 15.4 miles and the furthest edge located 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkes 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
School Overview
Wilkes Early College High School's student population of 235 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Let Us Lead By Serving Others
School Rankings
Wilkes 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 Wilkes Early College High School is 0.39, 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 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥90%
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)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)4.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilkes Early College High School's ranking?
Wilkes 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 schools are Wilkes Early College High School often compared to?
Wilkes Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Wilkes High School, Wilkes Central High School by visitors of our site.
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 Wilkes Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Wilkes Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Wilkes Early College High School?
235 students attend Wilkes Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wilkes Early College High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilkes Early College High School?
Wilkes Early 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 Wilkes Early College High School offer ?
Wilkes Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilkes Early College High School part of?
Wilkes Early College High School is part of Wilkes County Schools.
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