Serving 200 students in grades 9-12, North Edgecombe High School 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 21-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Edgecombe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Edgecombe High School's student population of 200 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are The Architects Of Our Lives
School Rankings
North Edgecombe High School 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 Edgecombe High School is 0.47, 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
#2180 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)21-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
70%
25%
White
6%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)70-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
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 Edgecombe High School's ranking?
North Edgecombe High School is ranked #2180 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Edgecombe High School often compared to?
North Edgecombe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tarboro High School, Weddington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Edgecombe High School?
The graduation rate of North Edgecombe High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Edgecombe High School?
200 students attend North Edgecombe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of North Edgecombe High School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Edgecombe High School?
North Edgecombe High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Edgecombe High School offer ?
North Edgecombe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Edgecombe High School part of?
North Edgecombe High School is part of Edgecombe County School District.
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