Serving 246 students in grades 9-13, Wilson Early College Academy 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 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Wilson Early College Academy's student population of 246 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Wilson Early College Academy 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 Wilson Early College Academy is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
33%
25%
White
38%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Early College Academy's ranking?
Wilson Early College Academy 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 Wilson Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Wilson Early College Academy is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wilson Early College Academy?
246 students attend Wilson Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Wilson Early College Academy students are White, 33% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Early College Academy?
Wilson Early College Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wilson Early College Academy offer ?
Wilson Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Early College Academy part of?
Wilson Early College Academy is part of Wilson County Schools School District.
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