For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 964 students in 28146, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28146, NC are Koontz Elementary School and Dole Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28146 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28146, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28146, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Koontz Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
685 East Ritchie Rd
Salisbury, NC 28146
(704) 216-0273
Salisbury, NC 28146
(704) 216-0273
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Dole Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
465 Choate Rd
Salisbury, NC 28146
(704) 639-3046
Salisbury, NC 28146
(704) 639-3046
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28146, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28146, NC include Koontz Elementary School and Dole Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28146?
2 public preschools are located in 28146.
What is the racial composition of students in 28146?
28146 public preschools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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