Best 27018 North Carolina Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,385 students in 27018, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27018, NC are Forbush High School and Forbush Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 27018 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27018, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27018, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forbush High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1525 Falcon Road
East Bend, NC 27018
(336) 551-1140
Gr: 8-12 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Forbush Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1431 Falcon Rd
East Bend, NC 27018
(336) 551-1135
Gr: 6-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 27018 North Carolina

27018, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
205 School St
East Bend, NC 27018
(336) 551-1100
Gr: K-5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27018, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27018, NC include Forbush High School and Forbush Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27018?
2 public middle schools are located in 27018.
What is the racial composition of students in 27018?
27018 public middle schools minority enrollment is 35% 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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