For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,190 students in 27525, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 27525, NC are Tar River Elementary School, Wilton Elementary School and Franklinton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 27525 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27525, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27525, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tar River Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2642 Philo White Rd
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 528-2767
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 528-2767
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Wilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2555 Hwy 96
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 528-0033
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 528-0033
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Franklinton Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
431 S Hillsborough St.
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 494-2479
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 494-2479
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 27525, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 27525, NC include Tar River Elementary School, Wilton Elementary School and Franklinton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 27525?
3 public preschools are located in 27525.
What is the racial composition of students in 27525?
27525 public preschools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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