For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 413 students in 28338, NC.
The top ranked public preschool in 28338, NC is Mineral Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 28338 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28338, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28338, NC Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mineral Springs Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1426 Green Lake Rd
Ellerbe, NC 28338
(910) 582-7915
Ellerbe, NC 28338
(910) 582-7915
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28338, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28338, NC include Mineral Springs Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28338?
1 public preschools are located in 28338.
What is the racial composition of students in 28338?
28338 public preschools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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