Craven County Board of Education

Headquartered at 3600 Trent Road in New Bern, North Carolina, the Craven County Board of Education operates as an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving the broader New Bern metropolitan area. Situated in a distant town geographic setting, the system manages 26 operational schools that together offer a seamless academic pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through grade 13. This expansive structural offering allows the district to support early childhood development, foundational elementary and middle school learning, and specialized high school instruction, including extended secondary and early-college programs designed to prepare students for higher education and modern career fields.

Serving a student body of 12,152 children, Craven County Schools fosters a diverse learning environment enriched by a wide range of cultural backgrounds and perspectives. The district’s instructional framework is anchored by a strong professional workforce comprising approximately 1,384 full-time equivalent teachers as part of a total staff of over 1,460 dedicated personnel. For families evaluating local educational options, students seeking comprehensive academic pathways, and researchers tracking district performance, Craven County Public Schools represents a well-established, well-staffed educational community focused on student achievement. Further information regarding programs and community resources can be accessed through the district’s official website at cravenk12.org.