Serving 132 students in grades 9-13, Macon 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 ≥80% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macon Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Macon Early College High School's student population of 132 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Macon 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 Macon Early College High School is 0.49, 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
#702 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
33:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
26%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
67%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Macon Early College High School's ranking?
Macon Early College High School is ranked #702 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
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 ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Macon Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Macon Early College High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Macon Early College High School?
132 students attend Macon Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Macon Early College High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macon Early College High School?
Macon Early College High School has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Macon Early College High School offer ?
Macon Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Macon Early College High School part of?
Macon Early College High School is part of Macon County Schools School District.
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