For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 385 students in 28456, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28456, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28456 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28456, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28456, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
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: PK-5 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28456, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28456, NC include Acme Delco Elementary School and East Arcadia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28456?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28456.
What is the racial composition of students in 28456?
28456 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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