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McDowell Early College
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
54 College Dr,
Marion, NC
Mcdowell County Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mrs Lisa Robinson
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
84.5%
Reading Proficiency
90%
Average GPA
3.75
Graduation Rate
90%
Niche Grade
A-
A-
B+
A-
B
A-
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.75
Reading Proficiency
90%
Math Proficiency
84.5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
11
Full Time Teachers
11
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
10
10
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
272:1
Student Diversity
Female
54.7%
Male
45.3%
White
73.8%
Hispanic
19.1%
Two or more races
3.6%
Black
1.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.3%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Appalachian State University
82 Students
North Carolina State University
71 Students
Western Carolina University
69 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
64 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
61 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro
35 Students
East Carolina University
32 Students
University of North Carolina - Wilmington
30 Students
University of North Carolina Asheville
30 Students
Wingate University
26 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology
27 Students
Psychology
17 Students
Nursing
12 Students
Business
11 Students
Computer Science
11 Students
Pre-Law Studies
10 Students
Marketing
9 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
8 Students
Graphic Design
8 Students
Aerospace Engineering
7 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/7/2025
This school is nothing but a opportunity for not just the students but for the parents. This school is a 5-year high school program where you get a high school diploma and associates degree of your choice. You go on fun trips such as trips to colleges, new york, cruises, and fairs.
6/3/2023
I overall enjoyed my 5 years at MEC, I appreciated the ability to get both a high school diploma and an associates of Science degree at a low cost for 5 years of schooling.
3/17/2022
It is a great school with an amazing diversity of students. Not only do they care about their students academic life but they also care about a students personal life. It is also a great school in which they like to learn and help by sharing the cultures around the world. We also hold events in which the whole school is able to participate a great example would be the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration we had. We incorporated with events in which the school played traditional. It is also a great opportunity to receive your associates degree while you are also receiving you High School diploma with a very low cost. There is also no cost towards books MEC provides them free to students. We are also one of three high schools in the county and while we are located in a college campus high school sports are provided by McDowell High School.
GreatSchools Reviews
8/14/2025
School has a nice enough program that gives driven young adults a chance to excell for their future. The program is good but they change things on a whim and do not believe in involving parents. They schedule EVERYTHING LAST MINUTE AND EXPECT PARENTS TO CHANGE THEIR SCHEDULES AROUND TO ACCOMMODATE....
7/24/2013
my school is amazing! it has changed my life. i come from a low income family and early college has given me opportunities i wouldnt have had anywhere else, not to mention 2 years of free college education. The teachers are friendly and will help you with anything you could possibly need. The princi...
8/27/2009
6/28/2009
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Map
List Price Range
$115K - $1.5M
Homes For Sale
67
Average Home Value
$310,599
Median Lot Size
21,780 Sq Ft
% Renters
41%
Average Household Income
$57,825
% of College Grads
17.5%
Median Age
42
Average House Size
1,686 Sq Ft
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Parks in this Area
The Park
Mc Dowell County Recreation
Clinchfield Community Park
Creek Wise Disc Golf Course
Cross Mill Community Park
Lake James State Park
Joseph McDowell Historical Catawba Greenway
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
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McDowell Early College is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Marion, NC, in the Marion neighborhood, and is served by the Mcdowell County Schools in North Carolina. The school has a total enrollment of 229 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 84.5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 90% are proficient in reading. McDowell Early College has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.75, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $310,599. Discover additional schools in the area, like McDowell Academy for Innovation, Nebo Crossing Academy, East McDowell Junior High School, and more. Learn more about what Marion has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near McDowell Early College.