Best Stedman Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 445 students in Stedman, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 72 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Stedman, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public school in Stedman, NC is Stedman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stedman, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Stedman have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Stedman, NC (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stedman Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
7370 Clinton Road Hwy 24
Stedman, NC 28391
(910) 483-3886
Gr: 1-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
Stedman Primary
155 E First Street
Stedman, NC 28391
(910) 484-6954
Gr: PK-1 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Stedman, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Stedman, NC include Stedman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Stedman?
2 public schools are located in Stedman.
What percentage of students in Stedman go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Stedman are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Stedman?
Stedman public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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