Serving 1,565 students in grades 9-12, New Bern High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Bern High School's student population of 1,565 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Bern High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Bern High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
31%
25%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Bern High School's ranking?
New Bern High School is ranked #779 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are New Bern High School often compared to?
New Bern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Havelock High School, West Craven High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Bern High School?
The graduation rate of New Bern High School is 83%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend New Bern High School?
1,565 students attend New Bern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of New Bern High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Bern High School?
New Bern High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Bern High School offer ?
New Bern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Bern High School part of?
New Bern High School is part of Craven County Schools School District.
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