Serving 235 students in grades 9-13, Wake Stem Early College High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wake Stem 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
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Wake Stem Early College High School's student population of 235 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wake Stem Early College High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wake Stem Early College High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 2568 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
17%
25%
White
44%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wake Stem Early College High School's ranking?
Wake Stem Early College High School is ranked #14 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wake Stem Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Wake Stem Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wake Stem Early College High School?
235 students attend Wake Stem Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Wake Stem Early College High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wake Stem Early College High School?
Wake Stem Early College High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wake Stem Early College High School offer ?
Wake Stem Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Wake Stem Early College High School part of?
Wake Stem Early College High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Wake Stem Early College High School located?
Wake Stem Early College High School is located in the Southwest Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 9 other public schools located in Southwest Raleigh.
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