CRAVEN EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL

Craven Early College High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Craven County Board of Education school district, located in New Bern, NC with about 211 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 13th 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 8 teachers, Craven Early College High has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.

Craven Early College High School (CECHS), located on the campus of Craven Community College in New Bern, North Carolina, is an innovative public high school designed to provide students with a unique, accelerated academic experience. By integrating high school and college coursework, the school allows students to earn their high school diploma alongside an Associate degree or two years of transferable college credit—all tuition-free. This model is particularly focused on supporting students who may be first-generation college attendees, providing a rigorous yet nurturing environment that prepares them for success in higher education and future careers.

Beyond its academic focus, the school emphasizes a culture of community, responsibility, and personal growth. Because students are immersed in a college setting from their freshman year, the environment fosters independence and maturity, bridged by a strong support system of faculty and counselors. CECHS prides itself on a smaller, personalized learning atmosphere that encourages students to pursue their individual interests while building the professional skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly competitive global economy.

For more information, contact Craven Early College High at (252) 637-5706 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.