Serving 236 students in grades 9-13, Scotland Early College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (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 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scotland Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Scotland Early College High School's student population of 236 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scotland Early College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scotland Early College High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
23%
24%
White
45%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scotland Early College High School's ranking?
Scotland Early College High School is ranked #343 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Scotland Early College High School often compared to?
Scotland Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reid Ross Classical High School, Hoke County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% 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 Scotland Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Scotland Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Scotland Early College High School?
236 students attend Scotland Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Scotland Early College High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 14% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scotland Early College High School?
Scotland Early College High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Scotland Early College High School offer ?
Scotland Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scotland Early College High School part of?
Scotland Early College High School is part of Scotland County Schools.
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