Very Good
#642 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 24% in state
Emereau: Bladen
Elementary School · Emereau: Bladen
PO Box 547, Elizabethtown, NC 28337
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#642 of 2,648
In Elizabethtown
#3 of 6
public schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Emereau: Bladen
Elementary School in Elizabethtown · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Emereau: Bladen
Emereau: Bladen is a public elementary school in Elizabethtown, NC, part of Emereau: Bladen. Emereau: Bladen serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Emereau: Bladen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #642 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Emereau: Bladen show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Emereau: Bladen is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Emereau: Bladen sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Emereau: Bladen — Students at Emereau: Bladen score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Emereau: Bladen Compares
See how Emereau: Bladen performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 547, Elizabethtown, NC 28337
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emereau: Bladen may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beaver Dam Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Roseboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whiteville Primary (rated 7.7/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Whiteville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ELIZABETHTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elizabethtown, see our Elizabethtown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown Primary Elizabethtown | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Elizabethtown Middle Elizabethtown | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| East Bladen High Elizabethtown | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Paul R. Brown Leadership Academy Elizabethtown | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ELIZABETHTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elizabethtown | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Bladen Lakes Primary Elizabethtown | 7.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Clarkton School of Discovery Clarkton | 8.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Dublin Primary Dublin | 9.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Bladen Early College Dublin | 9.6 mi | 6.5 |
| West Bladen High Bladenboro | 10.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Bladenboro Primary Bladenboro | 13.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Bladenboro Middle Bladenboro | 13.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Tar Heel School Tar Heel | 15.8 mi | 4.8 |
| East Columbus Junior-Senior High Lake Waccamaw | 18.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Classical Charter Schools of Whiteville Whiteville | 17.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Thomas Academy Lake Waccamaw | 19.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Hallsboro-Artesia Elementary Hallsboro | 20.0 mi | 7.4 |
| East Arcadia Elementary Riegelwood | 18.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Beaver Dam Elementary Roseboro | 20.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Whiteville Primary Whiteville | 19.7 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28337 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,224
Median Home Value
$179,600
Median Rent
$682/mo
Population
8,747
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.4%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaverdam Elementary Raleigh, NC | 7.6 |
| Efland Cheeks Elementary Efland, NC | 7.6 |
| Fairview Elementary Monroe, NC | 7.6 |
| G W Carver Elementary Pinetops, NC | 7.6 |
| Jamestown Elementary Jamestown, NC | 7.6 |
| Kitty Hawk Elementary School Kitty Hawk, NC | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emereau: Bladen
What grades does Emereau: Bladen serve?
Emereau: Bladen serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Emereau: Bladen?
Emereau: Bladen has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emereau: Bladen?
The student-teacher ratio at Emereau: Bladen is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emereau: Bladen rank in NC?
Emereau: Bladen ranks #642 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Emereau: Bladen's MySchoolScout rating?
Emereau: Bladen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Emereau: Bladen?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emereau: Bladen has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Emereau: Bladen a charter school?
Yes, Emereau: Bladen is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Emereau: Bladen a Title I school?
No, Emereau: Bladen is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 581
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Bladen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.4%
- Phone
- (910) 247-6595
Resources & Links
District
Emereau: Bladen- District Enrollment
- 581
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,024
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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