For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 385 students in 28456, NC.
The top ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 28456 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28456, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28456, NC Public Preschools (2025)
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: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28456, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28456, NC include Acme Delco Elementary School and East Arcadia Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28456?
2 public preschools are located in 28456.
What is the racial composition of students in 28456?
28456 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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