J T BARBER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

J T Barber Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Craven County Board of Education school district, located in New Bern, NC with about 306 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, J T Barber Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

J.T. Barber Elementary School, located in New Bern, North Carolina, serves as a central hub for early childhood education within the Craven County Schools district. Named in honor of the prominent local educator and civic leader James Thomas Barber, the school is deeply rooted in the history of the New Bern community. It focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential social skills for its diverse student body.

The school is known for its commitment to holistic student development, offering a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with extracurricular opportunities. By promoting a strong partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood, J.T. Barber Elementary strives to prepare its students for future success in middle school and beyond. Through its focus on inclusivity and community engagement, the school remains a vital institution dedicated to empowering young learners in the heart of New Bern.

For more information, contact J T Barber Elementary at (252) 514-6460 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.