For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,727 students in 28518, NC (there are , serving 81 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 28518, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28518, NC are East Duplin High School and Beulaville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28518 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28518, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28518, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Duplin High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
394 North Nc Highway 111
Beulaville, NC 28518
(910) 298-4535
Beulaville, NC 28518
(910) 298-4535
Gr: 9-12 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Beulaville Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
138 Lyman Road
Beulaville, NC 28518
(910) 298-3171
Beulaville, NC 28518
(910) 298-3171
Gr: PK-8 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28518, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28518, NC include East Duplin High School and Beulaville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28518?
2 public schools are located in 28518.
What percentage of students in 28518 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 28518 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28518?
28518 public schools minority enrollment is 47% 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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