For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 532 students in 27243, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 27243, NC is Efland Cheeks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 27243 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27243, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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 27243, NC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Efland Cheeks Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4401 Fuller Rd
Efland, NC 27243
(919) 245-4042
Efland, NC 27243
(919) 245-4042
Gr: PK-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 27243, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 27243, NC include Efland Cheeks Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 27243?
1 public preschools are located in 27243.
What is the racial composition of students in 27243?
27243 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% 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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