Best Johnston Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 276 students in Johnston, SC.
The top-ranked public preschool in Johnston, SC is Johnston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Johnston, SC public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Johnston have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).

Best Public Preschools in Johnston, SC (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnston Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
514 Lee Street
Johnston, SC 29832
(803) 275-1755
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Johnston, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in Johnston, SC include Johnston Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Johnston?
1 public preschools are located in Johnston.
What is the racial composition of students in Johnston?
Johnston public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).

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