Serving 202 students in grades 9-13, Innovation Early College High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower 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 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Innovation Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Innovation Early College High School's student population of 202 students has grown by 274% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 266% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
202 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Innovation Early College High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Innovation Early College High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#644 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%

Hispanic
22%
21%

Black
28%
25%

White
36%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation Early College High School's ranking?
Innovation Early College High School is ranked #644 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Innovation Early College High School often compared to?
Innovation Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pcs Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% 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).
How many students attend Innovation Early College High School?
202 students attend Innovation Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Innovation Early College High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Innovation Early College High School?
Innovation Early College High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Innovation Early College High School offer ?
Innovation Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Innovation Early College High School part of?
Innovation Early College High School is part of Pitt County Schools School District.
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