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#1412 of 2,648 schools in NC
Havelock Elementary
Elementary School · Craven County Board of Education
201 Cunningham Boulevard, Havelock, NC 28532
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,412 of 2,648
In Havelock
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#11 of 26
Craven County Board of Education
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Havelock Elementary
Havelock Elementary is a public elementary school in Havelock, NC, part of Craven County Board of Education. Havelock Elementary serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Havelock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,412 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Havelock Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Havelock Elementary — Students at Havelock Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
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: 5.2/10.
How Havelock Elementary Compares
See how Havelock 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
201 Cunningham Boulevard, Havelock, NC 28532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Havelock Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bogue Sound Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores notably higher. Another option is W Jesse Gurganus Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roger Bell New Tech Academy (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Havelock, see our Havelock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Early College EAST High Havelock | 0.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Havelock Middle Havelock | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havelock | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Havelock High Havelock | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Roger Bell New Tech Academy Havelock | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Graham A Barden Elementary Havelock | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Arthur W Edwards Elementary Havelock | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| W Jesse Gurganus Elementary Havelock | 3.3 mi | 8.7 |
| GRAMERCY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Tucker Creek Middle Havelock | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| NEWPORT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Newport Elementary Newport | 6.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Newport Middle Newport | 7.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Broad Creek Middle Newport | 10.2 mi | 7.7 |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHRIST. ACADEMY Morehead City | 10.2 mi | — |
| Arapahoe Charter School Arapahoe | 10.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Bogue Sound Elementary Newport | 11.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Croatan High Newport | 11.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Bridges School Morehead City | 11.5 mi | — |
| West Carteret High Morehead City | 11.7 mi | 6.2 |
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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|---|---|
| Charles H Tuttle Elementary Maiden, NC | 6.2 |
| Druid Hills Academy Charlotte, NC | 6.2 |
| Forbush Elementary East Bend, NC | 6.2 |
| Gaston STEM Leadership Academy Gaston, NC | 6.2 |
| J W Coon Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 6.2 |
| Kirkman Park Elementary High Point, NC | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Havelock Elementary
What grades does Havelock Elementary serve?
Havelock Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Havelock Elementary?
Havelock Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Havelock Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Havelock Elementary is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Havelock Elementary rank in NC?
Havelock Elementary ranks #1,412 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Havelock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Havelock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Havelock Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Havelock Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Havelock Elementary a charter school?
No, Havelock Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Havelock Elementary a Title I school?
No, Havelock Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Havelock Elementary?
98.6% of students at Havelock 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 288
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Craven County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (252) 444-5106
Resources & Links
District
Craven County Board of Education- District Enrollment
- 12,584
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,893
- District Rank
- #11 of 26
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