Ashe County Early College High School


Ashe County Early College High School is a public high school serving grades 9–13, located in West Jefferson, North Carolina, United States. It is one of two high schools in the Ashe County Schools system.

History

The school was established in 2018, after partnering with Wilkes Community College to provide eligible students the opportunity to earn an associate's degree at little to no cost, in addition to their high school diploma.

Performance

Student performance exceeds the North Carolina state average in all tested areas. The >95% graduation rate exceeds the state's 87% average.

Awards

In 2024, ACEC principal Lindsey Williams was awarded Principal of the Year by Ashe County Schools. That same year, ACEC math teacher Jim Ashley was awarded Teacher of the Year by Ashe County Schools.