For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,701 students in 28078, NC.
The top ranked public preschools in 28078, NC are Barnette Elementary School and Blythe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28078 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28078, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28078, NC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barnette Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13659 Beatties Ford Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
(980) 343-0372
Huntersville, NC 28078
(980) 343-0372
Grades: PK-5
| 817 students
Rank: #22.
Blythe Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12202 Hambright Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
(980) 343-5770
Huntersville, NC 28078
(980) 343-5770
Grades: PK-5
| 884 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28078, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28078, NC include Barnette Elementary School and Blythe Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28078?
2 public preschools are located in 28078.
What is the racial composition of students in 28078?
28078 public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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