Serving 150 students in grades 9-13, Tri-county 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 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tri-county Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Tri-county Early College High School's student population of 150 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Blue and Gold
Average Class Size
30 students
School Rankings
Tri-county 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 Tri-county Early College High School is 0.44, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#681 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
73%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥80%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tri-county Early College High School's ranking?
Tri-county Early College High School is ranked #681 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 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tri-county Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Tri-county Early College High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Tri-county Early College High School?
150 students attend Tri-county Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Tri-county Early College High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tri-county Early College High School?
Tri-county Early College High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tri-county Early College High School offer ?
Tri-county Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tri-county Early College High School part of?
Tri-county Early College High School is part of Cherokee County Schools.
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