Serving 252 students in grades 9-12, Cross Creek 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 ≥90% (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 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross Creek Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Cross Creek Early College's student population of 252 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cross Creek Early College is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥90%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
43%
25%
White
18%
43%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cross Creek Early College often compared to?
Cross Creek Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland International Early College by visitors of our site.
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 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cross Creek Early College?
The graduation rate of Cross Creek Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cross Creek Early College?
252 students attend Cross Creek Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Cross Creek Early College students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross Creek Early College?
Cross Creek Early College has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cross Creek Early College offer ?
Cross Creek Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cross Creek Early College part of?
Cross Creek Early College is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
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