For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,293 students in 28043, NC.
The top ranked public preschools in 28043, NC are Harris Elementary School, Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School and Forest City-dunbar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28043 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 28043, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28043, NC Public Preschools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harris Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3330 Us 221 S Hwy
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 248-2354
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 248-2354
Grades: PK-5
| 454 students
Rank: #22.
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Forrest Hunt Drive
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-2161
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-2161
Grades: PK-5
| 369 students
Rank: #33.
Forest City-dunbar Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
286 Learning Parkway
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-4978
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-4978
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
28043, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
140 Old Carolean Road
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-5230
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-5230
Grades: K-2
| 243 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28043, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28043, NC include Harris Elementary School, Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School and Forest City-dunbar Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28043, NC?
3 public preschools are located in 28043, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28043, NC?
28043, NC public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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