For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,715 students in 28205, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28205, NC are Highland Mill Montessori, Chantilly Montessori and Shamrock Gardens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28205 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28205, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28205, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Mill Montessori
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3201 Clemson Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-5525
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-5525
Gr: PK-6 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Chantilly Montessori
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
701 Briar Creek Rd
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-0692
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-0692
Gr: PK-6 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Shamrock Gardens Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3301 Country Club Drive
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6440
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6440
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Windsor Park Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3910 Sudbury Rd
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6405
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6405
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Merry Oaks International Academy
(Math: 35% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3508 Draper Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6422
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6422
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Winterfield Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Winterfield Pl
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6400
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
28205, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
800 Briar Creek Rd., Dd400
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 355-2077
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 355-2077
Gr: 6-12 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1100 Eastway Dr
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-1092
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-1092
Gr: 9-12 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
1100 Eastway Dr
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-3000
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
1100 Eastway Dr
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-1093
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-1093
Gr: 9-12 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
1100 Eastway Dr
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-3000
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
1100 Eastway Dr
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-1473
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-1473
Gr: 9-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Midwood High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
1817 Central Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-3697
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-3697
Gr: 9
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28205, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28205, NC include Highland Mill Montessori, Chantilly Montessori and Shamrock Gardens Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28205?
6 public preschools are located in 28205.
What is the racial composition of students in 28205?
28205 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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