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1 schools in Sunbury

North Carolina · Public K-12

Sunbury hosts 1 public K-12 school inside North Carolina, collectively enrolling about 170 students (around 170 per campus).

7-year change in Sunbury

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
170
-51 (-23%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
62%
was 62%
% Hispanic
5%
was 1%
% Black
25%
was 31%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
T S Cooper ElementaryElementaryKG-05170

About Sunbury

Sunbury is a sparse North Carolina city in terms of public-school footprint, with 1 schools and 170 students total.

Average school size in Sunbury is around 170 students, 70% lower than the North Carolina average of about 571.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 170 students, decreased 23% from the 221 reported in SY 2017-18. Demographically, the Black share of enrollment declined from 31% to 25%.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Sunbury discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Sunbury, North Carolina?
There are 1 public K-12 schools in Sunbury, with a combined enrollment of about 170.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Sunbury?
Sunbury has 1 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Sunbury?
T S Cooper Elementary is the largest public school in Sunbury by enrollment, with approximately 170 students.
What school districts serve Sunbury?
Sunbury public schools are operated by Gates County Schools.
What grade levels do public schools in Sunbury cover?
Public schools in Sunbury serve students from kindergarten through grade 5.