Serving 1,104 students in grades 9-12, Havelock High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Havelock High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Havelock High School's student population of 1,104 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Havelock High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Havelock High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#623 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
26%
25%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Havelock High School's ranking?
Havelock High School is ranked #623 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Havelock High School often compared to?
Havelock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Bern High School, West Craven High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Havelock High School?
The graduation rate of Havelock High School is 87%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Havelock High School?
1,104 students attend Havelock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Havelock High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Havelock High School?
Havelock High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Havelock High School offer ?
Havelock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Havelock High School part of?
Havelock High School is part of Craven County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/1/2012
i attended this school and although not perfect it offers students a chance to attain their goals and graduate. 95% of the teachers my child has had were excellent and she enjoyed her classes very much.
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