Serving 68 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Arcadia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Arcadia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
East Arcadia Elementary School's student population of 68 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
East Arcadia Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Arcadia Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2390 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≤20%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
50%
24%
White
9%
42%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bladen County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Arcadia Elementary School's ranking?
East Arcadia Elementary School is ranked #2390 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Arcadia Elementary School?
68 students attend East Arcadia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of East Arcadia Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Arcadia Elementary School?
East Arcadia Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Arcadia Elementary School offer ?
East Arcadia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Arcadia Elementary School part of?
East Arcadia Elementary School is part of Bladen County Schools.
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