Serious incidents run well below the district average, and this school reports across every data category — a strong sign the numbers reflect reality.
| CATEGORY | COUNT | TIER |
|---|---|---|
| Firearm or explosive possession | 0 | Serious |
| Homicide | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Rape / sexual assault | 0 | Serious |
| Referral to law enforcement | 0 | Serious |
| Robbery with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| School-related arrest | 0 | Serious |
| Threat of attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack without weapon | 68 | Moderate |
| Robbery without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Threat of attack without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Bullying / harassment (general) | 3 | Minor |
H J MacDonald Middle ranks #22 of 26 scoreable schools in this district.
| SCHOOL | GRADES | SCORE | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craven Early College High | 09–13 | 69 | A |
| Craven Virtual Academy | 03–12 | 68 | A |
| W Jesse Gurganus Elementary | KG–05 | 65 | A |
| Early College EAST High | 09–13 | 59 | A |
| Creekside Elementary | KG–05 | 52 | A |
| James W Smith Elementary | PK–05 | 46 | A |
| New Bern High | 09–12 | 40 | A |
| Bridgeton Elementary | PK–05 | 39 | A |