West Craven High School is a secondary school located in Vanceboro, North Carolina. The school was established in 1971.
Serving 751 students in grades 9-12, West Craven High School ranks in the bottom 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 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 751 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Craven High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Craven High School's student population of 751 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Rankings
West Craven High School 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 West Craven High School is 0.67, 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
#1615 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
36%
24%
White
43%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)75%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Craven High School's ranking?
West Craven High School is ranked #1615 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Craven High School often compared to?
West Craven High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Bern High School, Havelock 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 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Craven High School?
The graduation rate of West Craven High School is 75%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Craven High School?
751 students attend West Craven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Craven High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Craven High School?
West Craven High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Craven High School offer ?
West Craven High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Craven High School part of?
West Craven High School is part of Craven County Board Of Education School District.
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