Best Hays Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 488 students in Hays, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in Hays, NC is Mountain View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hays, NC public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in Hays have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Hays, NC (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5464 Mountain View Rd
Hays, NC 28635
(336) 696-5512
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Hays, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in Hays, NC include Mountain View Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Hays?
1 public preschools are located in Hays.
What is the racial composition of students in Hays?
Hays public preschools minority enrollment is 18% 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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