Serving 122 students in grades 9-13, Roanoke Rapids Early College High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roanoke Rapids Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Roanoke Rapids Early College High School's student population of 122 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roanoke Rapids Early College High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roanoke Rapids Early College High School is 0.59, 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
#251 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
32%
25%
White
55%
44%
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
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roanoke Rapids Early College High School's ranking?
Roanoke Rapids Early College High School is ranked #251 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roanoke Rapids Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Roanoke Rapids Early College High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Roanoke Rapids Early College High School?
122 students attend Roanoke Rapids Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Roanoke Rapids Early College High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roanoke Rapids Early College High School?
Roanoke Rapids Early College High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Roanoke Rapids Early College High School offer ?
Roanoke Rapids Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Roanoke Rapids Early College High School part of?
Roanoke Rapids Early College High School is part of Roanoke Rapids City Schools School District.
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