Serving 117 students in grades 9-13, Nersba Early College ranks in the top 50% 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 60-79% (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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nersba Early College 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
Nersba Early College's student population of 117 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Nersba Early College ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nersba Early College is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#806 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
20%
25%
White
56%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
4%
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 is Nersba Early College's ranking?
Nersba Early College is ranked #806 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Nersba Early College often compared to?
Nersba Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Lcst, Philip J Weaver Educational Center by visitors of our site.
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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nersba Early College?
The graduation rate of Nersba Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Nersba Early College?
117 students attend Nersba Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Nersba Early College students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nersba Early College?
Nersba Early College has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nersba Early College offer ?
Nersba Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nersba Early College part of?
Nersba Early College is part of Nersba Early College School District.
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