For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 533 students in 28018, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28018, NC is East Rutherford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28018 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28018, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28018, NC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28018, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28018, NC include East Rutherford Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28018?
1 public middle schools are located in 28018.
What is the racial composition of students in 28018?
28018 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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