For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 955 students in 28712, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28712, NC are Brevard Elementary School and Pisgah Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28712 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28712, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28712, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brevard Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
399 Greenville Hwy
Brevard, NC 28712
(828) 884-2001
Brevard, NC 28712
(828) 884-2001
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Pisgah Forest Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1076 Ecusta Rd
Brevard, NC 28712
(828) 877-4481
Brevard, NC 28712
(828) 877-4481
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28712, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28712, NC include Brevard Elementary School and Pisgah Forest Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28712?
2 public preschools are located in 28712.
What is the racial composition of students in 28712?
28712 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% 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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