For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 608 students in 28759, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 28759, NC is Mills River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 28759 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28759, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% 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 28759, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mills River Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
94 School House Road
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 891-6563
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 891-6563
Gr: PK-5 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28759, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28759, NC include Mills River Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28759?
1 public preschools are located in 28759.
What is the racial composition of students in 28759?
28759 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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