Serving 118 students in grades 9-13, Bertie Early College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bertie Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Bertie Early College High School's student population of 118 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Bertie Early College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bertie Early College High School is 0.41, 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
#319 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
75%
25%
White
17%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
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 Bertie Early College High School's ranking?
Bertie Early College High School is ranked #319 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bertie Early College High School often compared to?
Bertie Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bertie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bertie Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Bertie Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bertie Early College High School?
118 students attend Bertie Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bertie Early College High School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bertie Early College High School?
Bertie Early College High School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bertie Early College High School offer ?
Bertie Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bertie Early College High School part of?
Bertie Early College High School is part of Bertie County Schools School District.
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