High Schools in Bertie County Schools

Bertie County Schools in North Carolina is home to two high schools: Bertie High and Bertie Early College High. While both schools serve a predominantly low-income student population, the data reveals that Bertie Early College High is the standout performer, consistently ranking in the top 25% of North Carolina high schools and outpacing Bertie High on key metrics such as test scores, graduation rates, and free/reduced lunch rates.

Bertie Early College High boasts an impressive 88.2% proficiency in English II and 100% proficiency in Math III, compared to lower scores at Bertie High. Additionally, Bertie Early College High has a much higher 4-year graduation rate of 87.7%, while Bertie High lags behind at a lower rate. The data suggests that the early college model may be a more effective approach for improving educational outcomes in the Bertie County Schools district.

Despite the performance gap, both schools face challenges, with over 97% of their students coming from low-income households. However, the lower spending per student and higher student-teacher ratio at Bertie Early College High compared to Bertie High suggest that the early college model may be a more cost-effective approach to delivering high-quality education in the district. Overall, the data highlights the need for continued investment and support to improve educational outcomes for the predominantly low-income student population in Bertie County Schools.