J.T. Barber Elementary vs Oaks Road Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 961 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.T. Barber Elementary
New Bern · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
270 students
Oaks Road Academy
New Bern · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
352 students
| Measure | J.T. Barber Elementary New Bern, North Carolina | Oaks Road Academy New Bern, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1280 of 1,457 | #1441 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #47250 of 50,301 | #49667 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 270 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 270 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.3% | 96% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 12% |
| city | New Bern | New Bern |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J.T. Barber Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.8 vs 9.2).
- •Oaks Road Academy does better on math proficiency (12% vs 7.5%).
- •J.T. Barber Elementary does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 21%).
- •Oaks Road Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96% vs 96.3%).
- •J.T. Barber Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.6).
- •Oaks Road Academy is the larger school with 352 students compared with 270.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is J.T. Barber Elementary better than Oaks Road Academy?
On the Success Index (US), J.T. Barber Elementary ranks higher (15.8 vs 9.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are J.T. Barber Elementary and Oaks Road Academy?
About 961 m in a straight line, between New Bern and New Bern in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.T. Barber Elementary: 270. Oaks Road Academy: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.T. Barber Elementary and Oaks Road Academy rank in North Carolina?
J.T. Barber Elementary is 1280th of 1,457 and Oaks Road Academy is 1441st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).