Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Albert H Bangert Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Albert H Bangert Elementary serves the south part of New Bern, NC, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albert H Bangert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Albert H Bangert Elementary School's student population of 446 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albert H Bangert Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert H Bangert Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#279 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert H Bangert Elementary School's ranking?
Albert H Bangert Elementary School is ranked #279 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Albert H Bangert Elementary School often compared to?
Albert H Bangert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Elementary School, Ben D. Quinn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Albert H Bangert Elementary School?
446 students attend Albert H Bangert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Albert H Bangert Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert H Bangert Elementary School?
Albert H Bangert Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Albert H Bangert Elementary School offer ?
Albert H Bangert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Albert H Bangert Elementary School part of?
Albert H Bangert Elementary School is part of Craven County Board Of Education School District.
School Reviews
Review Albert H Bangert Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
