ELIZABETH CITY PASQUOTANK EARLY COLLEGE

Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools school district, located in Elizabeth City, NC with about 49 students. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 2 teachers, Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College (ECPEC) is a specialized educational institution located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, designed to provide students with a unique academic path that blends high school and college curricula. Operating under the Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools district, the school focuses on a "cooperative innovative high school" model. This approach allows students to earn their high school diploma while simultaneously working toward transferable college credits or an associate degree, typically in partnership with the local community college.

By fostering a smaller, more personalized learning environment, ECPEC aims to support students who are ready for the rigor of higher education at an accelerated pace. The school emphasizes college readiness, critical thinking, and career preparation, offering a supportive atmosphere that bridges the gap between traditional secondary education and the collegiate experience. It is an ideal choice for motivated students looking to get a head start on their post-secondary education while remaining in a structured, mentor-rich high school setting.

For more information, contact Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College at (336) 884-0131 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.