Below Average
#2309 of 2,648 schools in NC
Arthur W Edwards Elementary
Elementary School · Craven County Board of Education
200 Education Lane, Havelock, NC 28532
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,309 of 2,648
In Havelock
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#19 of 26
Craven County Board of Education
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Arthur W Edwards Elementary
Elementary School in Havelock · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Arthur W Edwards Elementary
Arthur W Edwards Elementary is a public elementary school in Havelock, NC, part of Craven County Board of Education. Arthur W Edwards Elementary serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Arthur W Edwards Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,309 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Arthur W Edwards Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Arthur W Edwards Elementary — Students at Arthur W Edwards Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Arthur W Edwards Elementary Compares
See how Arthur W Edwards Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
200 Education Lane, Havelock, NC 28532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arthur W Edwards Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bogue Sound Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores notably higher. Another option is W Jesse Gurganus Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Creekside Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby New Bern), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Havelock, see our Havelock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W Jesse Gurganus Elementary Havelock | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Graham A Barden Elementary Havelock | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Tucker Creek Middle Havelock | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havelock | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Havelock Elementary Havelock | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Early College EAST High Havelock | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Havelock Middle Havelock | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Havelock High Havelock | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Roger Bell New Tech Academy Havelock | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| GRAMERCY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| NEWPORT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport | 7.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Newport Elementary Newport | 9.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Arapahoe Charter School Arapahoe | 9.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Creekside Elementary New Bern | 9.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Newport Middle Newport | 10.2 mi | 6.2 |
| NEW BERN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Bern | 11.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Broad Creek Middle Newport | 12.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Brinson Memorial Elementary New Bern | 12.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Bogue Sound Elementary Newport | 13.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Croatan High Newport | 13.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,772
Median Home Value
$193,200
Median Rent
$1,270/mo
Population
19,918
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
55.1%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
30.5
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| Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh, NC | 4.2 |
| Benjamin J Martin Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 4.2 |
| Benvenue Elementary Rocky Mount, NC | 4.2 |
| Hall-Woodward Elementary Winston-Salem, NC | 4.2 |
| Highland Renaissance Academy Charlotte, NC | 4.2 |
| Oakley Elementary Asheville, NC | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arthur W Edwards Elementary
What grades does Arthur W Edwards Elementary serve?
Arthur W Edwards Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Arthur W Edwards Elementary?
Arthur W Edwards Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arthur W Edwards Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Arthur W Edwards Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arthur W Edwards Elementary rank in NC?
Arthur W Edwards Elementary ranks #2,309 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Arthur W Edwards Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Arthur W Edwards Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arthur W Edwards Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arthur W Edwards Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Arthur W Edwards Elementary a charter school?
No, Arthur W Edwards Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arthur W Edwards Elementary a Title I school?
No, Arthur W Edwards Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arthur W Edwards Elementary?
52.3% of students at Arthur W Edwards Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 528
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Craven County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (252) 444-5140
Resources & Links
District
Craven County Board of Education- District Enrollment
- 12,584
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,893
- District Rank
- #19 of 26
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