For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 942 students in 28138, NC.
The top ranked public preschools in 28138, NC are Rockwell Elementary School and Shive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28138 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28138, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28138, NC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rockwell Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
114 Link St
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-3145
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-3145
Grades: PK-5
| 495 students
Rank: #22.
Shive Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
655 Holshouser Rd
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-2899
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-2899
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28138, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28138, NC include Rockwell Elementary School and Shive Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28138?
2 public preschools are located in 28138.
What is the racial composition of students in 28138?
28138 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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