H J MACDONALD MIDDLE SCHOOL

H J MacDonald Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Craven County Board of Education school district, located in New Bern, NC with about 813 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 45 teachers, H J MacDonald Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

H.J. MacDonald Middle School, located in New Bern, North Carolina, serves as a core educational institution within the Craven County Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of students during their critical middle school years. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, the school strives to prepare its student body for the challenges of high school and beyond, emphasizing both classroom achievement and personal growth.

Beyond academics, H.J. MacDonald Middle School actively integrates community engagement and extracurricular opportunities into the student experience. The school aims to create a supportive culture where students are encouraged to explore their interests through various activities, athletics, and collaborative learning projects. With a focus on cultivating responsible citizenship and lifelong learning, the institution serves as a central pillar for families in the New Bern area, working to ensure that every student has the resources necessary to succeed in a diverse and evolving educational landscape.

For more information, contact H J MacDonald Middle at (252) 514-6450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.