Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Graham A Barden Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Graham A Barden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Graham A Barden Elementary School's student population of 226 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide a safe environment that fosters academic and social-emotional growth for each and every student.
School Rankings
Graham A Barden Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graham A Barden Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1227 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
26%
21%
Black
15%
25%
White
43%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graham A Barden Elementary School's ranking?
Graham A Barden Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Graham A Barden Elementary School often compared to?
Graham A Barden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Havelock Elementary School, W Jesse Gurganus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Graham A Barden Elementary School?
226 students attend Graham A Barden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Graham A Barden Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graham A Barden Elementary School?
Graham A Barden Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Graham A Barden Elementary School offer ?
Graham A Barden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Graham A Barden Elementary School part of?
Graham A Barden Elementary School is part of Craven County Board Of Education School District.
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