For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 610 students in 28217, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 28217, NC is Nations Ford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 28217 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28217, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28217, NC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nations Ford Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7050 Nations Ford Rd
Charlotte, NC 28217
(980) 343-5838
Charlotte, NC 28217
(980) 343-5838
Gr: PK-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
28217, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7030 Nations Ford Rd
Charlotte, NC 28217
(980) 343-6769
Charlotte, NC 28217
(980) 343-6769
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28217, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28217, NC include Nations Ford Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28217?
1 public preschools are located in 28217.
What is the racial composition of students in 28217?
28217 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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