Halifax Community College is a public community college in Weldon, a town in Halifax County in North Carolina. Established in 1967, the college is one of the oldest in the North Carolina Community College System. It offers associate degree programs and continuing education.
Serving 146 students in grades 9-13, Northampton Early College ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (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 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northampton Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Northampton Early College's student population of 146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Northampton Early College 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 Northampton Early College is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1295 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
80%
24%
White
6%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northampton Early College's ranking?
Northampton Early College is ranked #1295 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?
30-39% 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 Northampton Early College?
The graduation rate of Northampton Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northampton Early College?
146 students attend Northampton Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Northampton Early College students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northampton Early College?
Northampton Early College has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northampton Early College offer ?
Northampton Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Northampton Early College part of?
Northampton Early College is part of Northampton County Schools.
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