For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,550 students in 28451, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28451, NC are Belville Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28451 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28451, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28451, NC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belville Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
575 River Road
Leland, NC 28451
(910) 371-0601
Leland, NC 28451
(910) 371-0601
Gr: PK-5 | 812 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1664 Lincoln Road
Leland, NC 28451
(910) 371-3597
Leland, NC 28451
(910) 371-3597
Gr: PK-5 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28451, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28451, NC include Belville Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28451?
2 public preschools are located in 28451.
What is the racial composition of students in 28451?
28451 public preschools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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