WAKE EARLY COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND SCIENCE

Wake Early College of Health and Science is a public high school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Raleigh, NC with about 329 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 13th Grade. With about 11 teachers, Wake Early College of Health and Science has a student/teacher ratio of about 29:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wake Early College of Health and Science, located on the campus of Wake Tech Community College in Raleigh, is a specialized high school designed for students with a strong interest in healthcare and life sciences. Operated in partnership with the Wake County Public School System and Wake Technical Community College, the school offers a rigorous, accelerated curriculum that allows students to earn their high school diploma while simultaneously completing college credits, often graduating with an Associate’s degree at little to no cost to their families.

The school emphasizes a small-classroom environment that fosters close collaboration between students and faculty. By integrating high school coursework with professional health-science pathways, the institution prepares students for direct entry into medical or scientific careers or for seamless transfer to four-year universities. With a focus on academic maturity and career readiness, Wake Early College of Health and Science provides a unique, supportive pathway for motivated students looking to get a head start on their professional futures in the medical field.

For more information, contact Wake Early College of Health and Science at (919) 212-5800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.