For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 724 students in Clyde, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clyde, NC are Riverbend Elementary School and Clyde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clyde, NC public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clyde have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clyde, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverbend Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
71 Learning Lane
Clyde, NC 28721
(828) 627-6565
Clyde, NC 28721
(828) 627-6565
Gr: K-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Clyde Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4182 Old Clyde Road
Clyde, NC 28721
(828) 627-2206
Clyde, NC 28721
(828) 627-2206
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Clyde, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clyde, NC include Riverbend Elementary School and Clyde Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clyde?
2 public elementary schools are located in Clyde.
What is the racial composition of students in Clyde?
Clyde public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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