Serving 188 students in grades 9-13, Duplin Early College High School 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 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duplin Early College High School 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
Duplin Early College High School's student population of 188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Duplin Early College High School 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 Duplin Early College High School is 0.66, 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
#900 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
49%
21%
Black
21%
25%
White
24%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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 (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duplin Early College High School's ranking?
Duplin Early College High School is ranked #900 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duplin Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Duplin Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Duplin Early College High School?
188 students attend Duplin Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Duplin Early College High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duplin Early College High School?
Duplin Early College High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Duplin Early College High School offer ?
Duplin Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Duplin Early College High School part of?
Duplin Early College High School is part of Duplin County Schools School District.
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