Serving 1,020 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, North East Carolina Prep ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North East Carolina Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North East Carolina Prep's student population of 1,020 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,020 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
Campus Size
52
School Rankings
North East Carolina Prep ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North East Carolina Prep is 0.64, 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
#1377 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)47%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
35%
25%
White
48%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
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 North East Carolina Prep's ranking?
North East Carolina Prep is ranked #1377 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North East Carolina Prep often compared to?
North East Carolina Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Millennium Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North East Carolina Prep?
The graduation rate of North East Carolina Prep is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend North East Carolina Prep?
1,020 students attend North East Carolina Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of North East Carolina Prep students are White, 35% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North East Carolina Prep?
North East Carolina Prep has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North East Carolina Prep offer ?
North East Carolina Prep offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North East Carolina Prep part of?
North East Carolina Prep is part of North East Carolina Preparatory School District.
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