Serving 166 students in grades 9-13, Yadkin Early College 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 33:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yadkin Early College 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
Yadkin Early College's student population of 166 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Yadkin Early College 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 Yadkin Early College is 0.50, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
62%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yadkin Early College's ranking?
Yadkin Early College is ranked #18 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Yadkin Early College often compared to?
Yadkin Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Forbush High School, Starmount 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 Yadkin Early College?
The graduation rate of Yadkin Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Yadkin Early College?
166 students attend Yadkin Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Yadkin Early College students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yadkin Early College?
Yadkin Early College has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Yadkin Early College offer ?
Yadkin Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yadkin Early College part of?
Yadkin Early College is part of Yadkin County Schools.
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