Serving 183 students in grades 9-13, Craven Early College High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Craven Early College High's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 773.3 square miles around New Bern, NC. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum span of 28.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Craven Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Craven Early College High School's student population of 183 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
Educatio Porta In Futurum Est. (Education is the Portal to the Future)
School Rankings
Craven Early College High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Craven Early College High School is 0.63, 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
#251 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
15:1
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
13%
24%
White
57%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craven Early College High School's ranking?
Craven Early College High School is ranked #251 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Craven Early College High School often compared to?
Craven Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Early College East High School, New Bern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Craven Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Craven Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Craven Early College High School?
183 students attend Craven Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Craven Early College High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Craven Early College High School?
Craven Early College High School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Craven Early College High School offer ?
Craven Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Craven Early College High School part of?
Craven Early College High School is part of Craven County Board Of Education School District.
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