For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,234 students in 28803, NC.
The top ranked public preschools in 28803, NC are Estes Elementary School and Oakley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28803 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28803, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28803, NC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Estes Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
275 Overlook Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 654-1795
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 654-1795
Gr: PK-4 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Oakley Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
753 Fairview Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 274-7515
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 274-7515
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28803, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28803, NC include Estes Elementary School and Oakley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28803?
2 public preschools are located in 28803.
What is the racial composition of students in 28803?
28803 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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