For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 760 students in 28018, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 28018, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28018, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 28018 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 28018, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28018, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sunshine Elementary 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
| 197 students
Rank: #22.
East Rutherford Middle 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
| 563 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28018, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28018, NC include Sunshine Elementary School and East Rutherford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28018?
2 public schools are located in 28018.
What percentage of students in 28018 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 28018 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28018?
28018 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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