For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,817 students in 28278, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28278, NC are Winget Park Elementary School, Berewick Elementary School and Berryhill School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28278 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28278, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28278, NC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winget Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12235 Winget Rd
Charlotte, NC 28278
(980) 343-1063
Charlotte, NC 28278
(980) 343-1063
Gr: PK-5 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Berewick Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5910 Dixie River Rd
Charlotte, NC 28278
(980) 344-1010
Charlotte, NC 28278
(980) 344-1010
Gr: PK-5 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Berryhill School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10501 Windy Grove Rd
Charlotte, NC 28278
(980) 343-6100
Charlotte, NC 28278
(980) 343-6100
Gr: PK-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28278, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28278, NC include Winget Park Elementary School, Berewick Elementary School and Berryhill School.
How many public preschools are located in 28278?
3 public preschools are located in 28278.
What is the racial composition of students in 28278?
28278 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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