Serving 111 students in grades 9-13, Chatham Early College 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% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatham Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Chatham Early College's student population of 111 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Chatham Early College 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 Chatham Early College is 0.60, 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
#702 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
27%
22%
Black
7%
24%
White
57%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chatham Early College's ranking?
Chatham Early College is ranked #702 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% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chatham Early College?
The graduation rate of Chatham Early College is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Chatham Early College?
111 students attend Chatham Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Chatham Early College students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chatham Early College?
Chatham Early College has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chatham Early College offer ?
Chatham Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chatham Early College part of?
Chatham Early College is part of Chatham County Schools.
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