Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roger Bell New Tech Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roger Bell New Tech Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roger Bell New Tech Academy's student population of 398 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roger Bell New Tech Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roger Bell New Tech Academy is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2043 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
29%
25%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roger Bell New Tech Academy's ranking?
Roger Bell New Tech Academy is ranked #2043 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Roger Bell New Tech Academy?
398 students attend Roger Bell New Tech Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Roger Bell New Tech Academy students are White, 29% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roger Bell New Tech Academy?
Roger Bell New Tech Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roger Bell New Tech Academy offer ?
Roger Bell New Tech Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roger Bell New Tech Academy part of?
Roger Bell New Tech Academy is part of Craven County Schools School District.
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