For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 686 students in Vale, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in Vale, NC are Union Elementary School and North Brook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vale, NC public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in Vale have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Vale, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4875 Reepsville Rd
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-1493
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-1493
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
North Brook Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
642 Hwy 274
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-2479
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-2479
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Vale, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in Vale, NC include Union Elementary School and North Brook Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Vale?
2 public preschools are located in Vale.
What is the racial composition of students in Vale?
Vale public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Vale are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Vale include: Union Elementary School vs. North Brook Elementary School, North Brook Elementary School vs. Union Elementary School
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