Serving 171 students in grades 9-13, Franklin County Early College 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 ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin County Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Franklin County Early College's student population of 171 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin County Early College 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 Franklin County Early College is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
29%
25%
White
43%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Franklin County Early College's ranking?
Franklin County Early College is ranked #89 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Franklin County Early College often compared to?
Franklin County Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Louisburg Magnet High School, Franklinton High School 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 ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin County Early College?
The graduation rate of Franklin County Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Franklin County Early College?
171 students attend Franklin County Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Franklin County Early College students are White, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin County Early College?
Franklin County Early College has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin County Early College offer ?
Franklin County Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Franklin County Early College part of?
Franklin County Early College is part of Franklin County Schools School District.
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