For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,596 students in 28208, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28208, NC are Allenbrook Elementary School, Reid Park Academy and Westerly Hills Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28208 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28208, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28208, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Allenbrook Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1430 Allenbrook Dr
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-6004
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-6004
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Reid Park Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4108 W Tyvola Rd
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-5035
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-5035
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Westerly Hills Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4420 Denver Ave
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-6021
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-6021
Gr: PK-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Ashley Park Prek-8 School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2401 Belfast Dr
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-6018
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-6018
Gr: PK-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Renaissance West Steam Academy
(Math: 19% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3241 New Renaissance Way
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-0049
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-0049
Gr: PK-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Bruns Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 S. Bruns Ave
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-5495
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-5495
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28208, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28208, NC include Allenbrook Elementary School, Reid Park Academy and Westerly Hills Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 28208?
6 public preschools are located in 28208.
What is the racial composition of students in 28208?
28208 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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