For the 2025 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 568 students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
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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