For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 337 students in 28160, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 28160, NC is Spindale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 28160 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28160, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28160, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spindale Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
161 N Oak St
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 286-2861
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 286-2861
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28160, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28160, NC include Spindale Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28160?
1 public preschools are located in 28160.
What is the racial composition of students in 28160?
28160 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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