For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,521 students in 28262, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28262, NC are Gov's Village Stem (Lower) and University Meadows Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28262 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28262, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28262, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gov's Village Stem (Lower)
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7910 Neal Rd
Charlotte, NC 28262
(980) 343-5268
Charlotte, NC 28262
(980) 343-5268
Gr: PK-4 | 784 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
University Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Pavilion Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28262
(980) 343-3685
Charlotte, NC 28262
(980) 343-3685
Gr: PK-5 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28262, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28262, NC include Gov's Village Stem (Lower) and University Meadows Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28262?
2 public preschools are located in 28262.
What is the racial composition of students in 28262?
28262 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% 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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