For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 495 students in 28786, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 28786, NC is Hazelwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 28786 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28786, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28786, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hazelwood Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1111 Plott Creek Road
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 456-2406
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 456-2406
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
28786, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
62 Joy Lane
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 456-2405
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 456-2405
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28786, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28786, NC include Hazelwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28786?
1 public preschools are located in 28786.
What is the racial composition of students in 28786?
28786 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% 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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