Average
#1516 of 2,648 schools in NC
Onslow Early College
High School · Onslow County Schools · Jacksonville, NC
An Onslow County Schools high school where students score 31 points above what's typical for similar communities.
444 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546
- Math 96% vs NC 56% (2025)
- Reading 100% vs NC 54% (2025)
- 5/5 advanced STEM subjects
Academics
Full Profile · 4/4 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Onslow Early College score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
2025 NC proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NC average.
Trend
→ SteadyProficiency has held near 98% across the 8-year record (2018–2025).
Show all 5 years by subject
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 95% (multi-year average, 2020-2025) · reading/ELA 97% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 6 test records from NC state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
31%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Onslow Early College sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 54Somewhat Walkable
- Bike 43Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Elevated770/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · county context, not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$60,552
Median home value
$212,200
Median rent
$1,174/mo
College educated
25%
Homeownership
55.9%
Poverty rate
10.6%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 28546; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northside HighEnrollment path unverified | 5.9 | 9–12 | 1.3 mi | 1,074 | Compare → |
| Jacksonville Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | 5.9private | PK–12 | 1.5 mi | 277 | Compare → |
| Village AcademyPrivate · tuition | Not rated | 9–12 | 1.9 mi | 13 | Compare → |
| White Oak HighEnrollment path unverified | 5.0 | 9–12 | 2.1 mi | 1,226 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Onslow County Schools
- Schools in district
- 39
- Rank in district
- #22 of 39
- District spending per student
- $11,056NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 15.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
Onslow Early College is listed in Onslow County Schools; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Onslow Early College
Onslow Early College is a public high school in Jacksonville, NC, part of Onslow County Schools, serving approximately 187 students in grades 9th-12th with a 31.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,516 of 2,648 schools in NC. State assessment records show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Onslow Early College
What grades does Onslow Early College serve?
Onslow Early College serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Onslow Early College?
Onslow Early College has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Onslow Early College?
The student-teacher ratio at Onslow Early College is 31.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Onslow Early College rank in NC?
Onslow Early College ranks #1,516 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Onslow Early College's MySchoolScout rating?
Onslow Early College has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Onslow Early College?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Onslow Early College has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Onslow Early College a charter school?
No, Onslow Early College is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Onslow Early College a Title I school?
No, Onslow Early College is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Onslow Early College?
31.0% of students at Onslow Early College qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Onslow County
- Phone
- (910) 938-6702
- Area population (ZIP 28546)
- 48,122
- Area average commute
- 22.6 min
- Area median age
- 28.5
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NC · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NC · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 28546; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2020-2025, multi-year average, 2018-2025; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
- Best Public Schools in Florida 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in Jacksonville, Miami & Tampa for Families Exploring School Choicebest schools
- Best Schools in Jacksonville, FL — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Florida School Choice Guide: Public vs Private vs Charter — What the Data Showsguides
- Florida School Vouchers 2026: How to Compare Your Options Before the April 30 Deadlineschool choice
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.