For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 742 students in Bostic, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Bostic, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Bostic, NC are Sunshine Elementary School and East Rutherford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bostic, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Bostic have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bostic, NC (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sunshine Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
231 Toney Road
Bostic, NC 28018
(828) 245-0658
Bostic, NC 28018
(828) 245-0658
Grades: PK-5
| 190 students
Rank: #22.
East Rutherford Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
259 East Church Street
Bostic, NC 28018
(828) 245-3750
Bostic, NC 28018
(828) 245-3750
Grades: 6-8
| 552 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bostic, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Bostic, NC include Sunshine Elementary School and East Rutherford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bostic?
2 public schools are located in Bostic.
What percentage of students in Bostic go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Bostic are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bostic?
Bostic public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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