For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 431 students in 27851, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 27851, NC is Lucama Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 27851 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27851, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27851, NC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lucama Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6260 Blalock Road
Lucama, NC 27851
(252) 239-1257
Lucama, NC 27851
(252) 239-1257
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 27851, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 27851, NC include Lucama Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 27851?
1 public preschools are located in 27851.
What is the racial composition of students in 27851?
27851 public preschools minority enrollment is 54% 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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