For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 258 students in 28202, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 28202, NC is Metro School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 28202 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28202, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28202, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metro School
Special Education School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
405 S Davidson St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(980) 343-5450
Charlotte, NC 28202
(980) 343-5450
Gr: PK-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28202, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28202, NC include Metro School.
How many public preschools are located in 28202?
1 public preschools are located in 28202.
What is the racial composition of students in 28202?
28202 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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