Serving 852 students in grades 9-12, West Craven High School 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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: 852 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Craven High School's student population of 852 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
852 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Craven High School 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 West Craven 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
#1297 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
31%
25%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
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 West Craven High School's ranking?
West Craven High School is ranked #1297 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Craven High School often compared to?
West Craven High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Bern High School, Havelock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Craven High School?
The graduation rate of West Craven High School is 82%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Craven High School?
852 students attend West Craven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Craven High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Craven High School?
West Craven High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Craven High School offer ?
West Craven High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Craven High School part of?
West Craven High School is part of Craven County Schools School District.
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