East Arcadia Elementary

Bladen County Schools
21451 NC Hwy 87 East
Riegelwood, NC 28456
68 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
East Arcadia Elementary is a public school located in Riegelwood, North Carolina, serving the local community as part of the Bladen County Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment for its elementary-aged students, focusing on fundamental academic development, social growth, and community engagement. By emphasizing core subjects and personal development, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors.

As a member of the Bladen County school system, East Arcadia Elementary benefits from the district’s broader resources and educational initiatives, which prioritize student achievement and literacy. The school encourages active involvement from parents and community members, recognizing that a collaborative partnership between the home and the classroom is essential for student success. For those interested in current events, specific curriculum details, or upcoming school calendars, additional information can be found on their official district website at http://www.bladen.k12.nc.us.
68
Total Students
7.8
Full-Time Teachers
8.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Black
    34 (50.0%)
  • Hispanic
    18 (26.5%)
  • White
    6 (8.8%)
  • Two or More
    5 (7.4%)
  • American Indian
    4 (5.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (1.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Bladen County Schools
Phone: (910)247-4609
Website: http://www.bladen.k12.nc.us
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 68
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 7.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 65
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 9
Grade 1 10
Grade 2 11
Grade 3 10
Grade 4 16
Grade 5 12
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Acme Delco Elementary
Columbus County Schools
349 Students
16337 Old Lake Road
Riegelwood, NC 28456 (7.1 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th