Serving 208 students in grades 9-13, Wilson Early College Academy 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Wilson Early College Academy's student population of 208 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson Early College Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Early College Academy is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
38%
25%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Early College Academy's ranking?
Wilson Early College Academy is ranked #62 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Wilson Early College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wilson Early College Academy?
208 students attend Wilson Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Wilson Early College Academy students are Black, 37% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Early College Academy?
Wilson Early College Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilson Early College Academy offer ?
Wilson Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-13
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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