For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 417 students in Riegelwood, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in Riegelwood, NC are Acme Delco Elementary School and East Arcadia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riegelwood, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Riegelwood have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Riegelwood, NC (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Acme Delco Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16337 Old Lake Road
Riegelwood, NC 28456
(910) 655-2957
Riegelwood, NC 28456
(910) 655-2957
Gr: PK-6 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
East Arcadia Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21451 Nc Hwy 87 East
Riegelwood, NC 28456
(910) 247-4609
Riegelwood, NC 28456
(910) 247-4609
Gr: K-5 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Riegelwood, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Riegelwood, NC include Acme Delco Elementary School and East Arcadia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Riegelwood?
2 public schools are located in Riegelwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Riegelwood?
Riegelwood public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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