Ashe County Early College High

Summary:

Ashe County Early College High is a public high school in West Jefferson, North Carolina, serving 135 students in grades 9-12. This school is part of the Ashe County Schools district, which is ranked 42 out of 242 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating.

Ashe County Early College High consistently outperforms both the Ashe County Schools district and the state of North Carolina in End-of-Course (EOC) test scores, with proficiency rates as high as 96.5% in Math III, compared to the state average of 57.6%. The school ranks in the top 10% of North Carolina high schools and excels in the performance of various student subgroups, such as ranking 10th out of 594 schools for female students and 2nd out of 534 for white students. Additionally, the school has seen a significant decrease in the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, from 97.46% in 2020-2021 to 48.15% in 2022-2023.

Compared to nearby schools like Ashe County High and Watauga High, Ashe County Early College High stands out with its exceptional academic performance and efficient use of resources, spending approximately $11,089 per student, which is slightly higher than Ashe County High but lower than Watauga High. The school's focus on academic excellence and its early college model contribute to its strong results, making it a standout institution in the region.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 363 Campus Dr
       West Jefferson, NC  28694


(336) 846-1881

District: Ashe County Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
49th of 640 North Carolina High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,089 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  27.0 Help
Number of students:  135

Racial breakdown:

White:
77.8%
Hispanic:
18.5%
Asian:
1.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  48.1% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Ashe County Early College High ranks better than 92.3% of high schools in North Carolina. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 93.3. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (77.8%), Hispanic (18.5%), Asian (1.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 48.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Ashe County Early College High is 27. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Ashe County Early College High is $11,089.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Ashe County Early College High:

SchoolDigger ranks Ashe County Early College High 49th of 640 North Carolina public high schools. (See Ashe County Early College High in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Ashe County Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Ashe County Schools 42nd of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Ashe County Early College High

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Rank History for all students at Ashe County Early College High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 92.49 52nd 594 91.2%
2022 96.75 9th 621 98.6%
2023 89.23 79th 626 87.4%
2024 93.30 49th 640 92.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Ashe County Early College High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 98.96 13th 544 97.6%
2023 89.31 78th 597 86.9%
2024 93.75 63rd 613 89.7%
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Rank History for Female students at Ashe County Early College High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 96.05 10th 594 98.3%
2023 86.29 86th 588 85.4%
2024 86.85 90th 602 85.0%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Ashe County Early College High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 82.57 22nd 398 94.5%
2023 45.08 284th 403 29.5%
2024 78.41 47th 403 88.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Ashe County Early College High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 97.05 13th 585 97.8%
2023 90.77 77th 602 87.2%
2024 95.71 28th 607 95.4%
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Rank History for White students at Ashe County Early College High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 95.95 2nd 534 99.6%
2023 85.72 81st 537 84.9%
2024 90.37 55th 553 90.1%
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Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Ashe County Early College High Test Scores
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Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Ashe County Early College High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2019 54 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 60
2020 85 0 0 16 0 0 0 0 101
2021 101 0 1 16 0 0 0 0 118
2022 102 1 1 22 0 0 0 0 126
2023 105 1 2 25 0 0 2 0 135

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Ashe County Early College High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2019 60 3.0 20.0 36.7
2020 101 4.5 22.4 37.6
2021 118 3.8 30.4 97.5
2022 126 5.0 25.2 34.1
2023 135 5.0 27.0 48.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Ashe County Early College High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2019 60 3.0 20.0 36.7
2020 101 4.5 22.4 37.6
2021 118 3.8 30.4 97.5
2022 126 5.0 25.2 34.1
2023 135 5.0 27.0 48.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Ashe County Early College High

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $346 (3.1%) $10,742 (96.9%) $11,089

Data source: North Carolina Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Ashe County Early College High

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Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
End of Course English II (Ashe County Early College High)10088.2
 11.8%
   End of Course English II (Ashe County Schools)56.863.9
 7.1%
   End of Course English II (North Carolina)59.758.5
 1.2%
End of Course Math I (Ashe County Early College High)93.284.6
 8.6%
   End of Course Math I (Ashe County Schools)54.740.8
 13.9%
   End of Course Math I (North Carolina)41.235.9
 5.3%
End of Course Math III (Ashe County Early College High)85.781.8
 3.9%
   End of Course Math III (Ashe County Schools)58.268.3
 10.1%
   End of Course Math III (North Carolina)46.858.3
 11.5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students60135
 125%
African American01
American Indian00
Asian02
Hispanic625
 316.7%
Pacific Islander00
White54105
 94.4%
Two or More Races02
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients36.7%48.1%
 11.5%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Ashe County Early College High

In the 2022-23 school year, 135 students attended Ashe County Early College High.

Students at Ashe County Early College High are 78% White, 19% Hispanic, 1% Asian, 1% Two or more races.

Yes. Ashe County Early College High ranks in the top 7.7% of North Carolina high schools.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

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