Best 28420 North Carolina Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 390 students in 28420, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 28420, NC is Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 28420 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28420, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28420, NC Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
250 Pea Landing Road Nw
Ash, NC 28420
(910) 756-5910
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28420, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28420, NC include Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28420?
1 public preschools are located in 28420.
What is the racial composition of students in 28420?
28420 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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