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Lee Early College

1105 Kelly Drive
Sanford, NC 27330
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 1%
Serving 230 students in grades 9-13, Lee Early College 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 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 230 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
  • : ≥90% (Top 1%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lee Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Lee Early College's student population of 230 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Lee Early College is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
(20-21)
≥90%
42%
80-89%
50%
≥95%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
50%
21%
Black
10%
25%
White
31%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
1%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Lee Early College often compared to?
Lee Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Lee County High School, Southern Lee High School 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 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lee Early College?
The graduation rate of Lee Early College is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lee Early College?
230 students attend Lee Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lee Early College students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee Early College?
Lee Early College has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lee Early College offer ?
Lee Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee Early College part of?
Lee Early College is part of Lee County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 230 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 1%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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