Johnston Co Early College Academy

Johnston Co Early College Academy serves 282 students in grades 9 through undergraduate level in Smithfield, North Carolina. This regular public high school operates with 10 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 28.2:1. The school demonstrates exceptional academic performance, earning an impressive 8.2 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #228 out of 2,661 North Carolina schools, placing it in the 92nd percentile statewide.

Students excel across core subjects, with 98% achieving proficiency or above in ELA/Reading and a remarkable 100% reaching proficiency in Math. These outstanding results have earned the school a 9.9 out of 10 academic score. As an early college academy, the school offers students the unique opportunity to pursue undergraduate-level coursework alongside their high school studies, providing an accelerated pathway to higher education.

This dual enrollment model allows motivated students to earn college credits while completing their high school requirements. The school serves the 27577 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $57,281 and median home value reaches $218,600. The community of 26,778 residents includes 22% with bachelor's degrees or higher, with a poverty rate of 19.7%.

Johnston Co Early College Academy is situated in a town on the fringe of an urban area, providing students access to both small-town community feel and urban opportunities.

The student-teacher ratio at Johnston Co Early College Academy is 28.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.