McDowell Early College

McDowell Early College

Public High School | Grade 9-12
54 College Dr,  Marion, NC
Mcdowell County Schools
4.3
5.0
225 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs Lisa Robinson
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
84.5%
Reading Proficiency
90%
Average GPA
3.74
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
A-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.74
Reading Proficiency
90%
Math Proficiency
84.5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
12
Full Time Teachers
12
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
610
Verbal
610
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
Test Scores
10
Equity
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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%
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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 75 Students
North Carolina State University 70 Students
Western Carolina University 69 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 65 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 60 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 36 Students
East Carolina University 31 Students
University of North Carolina - Wilmington 30 Students
University of North Carolina Asheville 30 Students
Wingate University 27 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 27 Students
Psychology 15 Students
Nursing 12 Students
Pre-Law Studies 12 Students
Computer Science 10 Students
Business 9 Students
Marketing 9 Students
Graphic Design 8 Students
Chemistry 7 Students
Aerospace Engineering 7 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 38 Reviews
4.0 Alum
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.
4.0 Junior
1/8/2018
I take online classes through McDowell Early College although I attend high school at Nebo Crossing Academy. Because of this I have the opportunity to graduate with an Associate's Degree.
5.0 Senior
8/18/2017
I love my school we are the best in the area, and we get so well prepared for college. WE only have 3 sports teams, so that could be better but we have many clubs. Our food is gross, but our teachers are the best its the best of bth worlds I guess.
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5.0 3 Reviews
5.0 student
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...
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5.0 parent
8/27/2009
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5.0 student
6/28/2009
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