Serving 317 students in grades 9-13, Caldwell Early College ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caldwell Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Caldwell Early College's student population of 317 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Caldwell Early College is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
74%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Caldwell Early College often compared to?
Caldwell Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Hibriten High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Caldwell Early College?
The graduation rate of Caldwell Early College is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Caldwell Early College?
317 students attend Caldwell Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Caldwell Early College students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caldwell Early College?
Caldwell Early College has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Caldwell Early College offer ?
Caldwell Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Caldwell Early College part of?
Caldwell Early College is part of Caldwell County Schools.
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