Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roger Bell New Tech Academy 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Roger R Bell Elementary serves the southeast part of Havelock, NC, covering an area of approximately 62.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roger Bell New Tech Academy's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
'I Love U Guys Foundation'
School Rankings
Roger Bell New Tech Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roger Bell New Tech Academy is 0.69, 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
#1790 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
25%
24%
White
46%
42%
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roger Bell New Tech Academy's ranking?
Roger Bell New Tech Academy is ranked #1790 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Roger Bell New Tech Academy?
408 students attend Roger Bell New Tech Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Roger Bell New Tech Academy students are White, 25% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roger Bell New Tech Academy?
Roger Bell New Tech Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Roger Bell New Tech Academy offer ?
Roger Bell New Tech Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roger Bell New Tech Academy part of?
Roger Bell New Tech Academy is part of Craven County Board Of Education School District.
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