The Nash Rocky Mount Early College is a 9–13 public high school in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, United States. Students attending the early college attend for either four or five years, instead of just the traditional four.
Serving 327 students in grades 9-13, Nrm Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nrm 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Nrm Early College High School's student population of 327 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Nrm Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nrm Early College High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#128 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
32%
25%
White
35%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nrm Early College High School's ranking?
Nrm Early College High School is ranked #128 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Nrm Early College High School often compared to?
Nrm Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Nash High School, Nash Central High School, Southern Nash High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nrm Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Nrm Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Nrm Early College High School?
327 students attend Nrm Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Nrm Early College High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nrm Early College High School?
Nrm Early College High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nrm Early College High School offer ?
Nrm Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nrm Early College High School part of?
Nrm Early College High School is part of Nash County School District.
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