New Bern High School is a high school in New Bern, North Carolina. The student population is approximately 1,700, and there are 165 faculty and staff members. The student-teacher ratio is approximately 14:1.
Serving 1,637 students in grades 9-12, New Bern High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Bern High serves the southern part of its school district in New Bern, NC, covering an area of approximately 92.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 4.3 miles and a maximum reach of 13.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Bern High School's student population of 1,637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,637 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
New Bern High 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 New Bern High School is 0.70, 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
#1085 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
29%
24%
White
44%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)81%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Bern High School's ranking?
New Bern High School is ranked #1085 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are New Bern High School often compared to?
New Bern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Havelock High School, West Craven High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Bern High School?
The graduation rate of New Bern High School is 81%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend New Bern High School?
1,637 students attend New Bern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of New Bern High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Bern High School?
New Bern High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Bern High School offer ?
New Bern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Bern High School part of?
New Bern High School is part of Craven County Board Of Education School District.
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