Serving 172 students in grades 9-13, Stanly Stem Early College 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 ≥80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanly Stem Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Stanly Stem Early College's student population of 172 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Stanly Stem Early College 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 Stanly Stem Early College is 0.69, 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
#114 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
19%
21%
Black
9%
25%
White
50%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanly Stem Early College's ranking?
Stanly Stem Early College is ranked #114 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Stanly Stem Early College?
172 students attend Stanly Stem Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Stanly Stem Early College students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stanly Stem Early College?
Stanly Stem Early College has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stanly Stem Early College offer ?
Stanly Stem Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanly Stem Early College part of?
Stanly Stem Early College is part of Stanly County Schools School District.
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