The Macon Early College high school is part of the Early College program located next to the greenway and public library. SCC is a partner in the program. As of 2008 it has been ranked 4 in the list of Americas best community colleges. It is one of the three high schools in the Macon area, including Franklin High School and Union Academy. This program was designed to enhance and enrich a student's educational career by providing the opportunity to earn both a high school diploma and Associate's Degree. The school was opened at the former Cartoogechaye Elementary School, and was relocated in 2007 to the new SCC Macon Campus. The school has received much praise since its introduction to the area, primarily in regard to the accelerated educational tract including college credit, small class sizes, and enriching environment. The Macon Early College now has a new building across from the main building at Southwestern Community College where the students attend their high school classes. The early college is reputable for giving its teachers and students laptops for use at school, at a charge of $25 per student due to computer repair expenses, new equipment for the computers etc.