For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 312 students in 28657, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28657, NC are Newland Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28657 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28657, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28657, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newland Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
750 Linville Street
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-4911
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-4911
Gr: PK-5 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8020 Us 19e Hwy South
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 737-5600
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 737-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28657, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28657, NC include Newland Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28657?
2 public preschools are located in 28657.
What is the racial composition of students in 28657?
28657 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% 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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