For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 212 students in 28622, NC.
The top ranked public preschool in 28622, NC is Freedom Trail Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 28622 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28622, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28622, NC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Freedom Trail Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6110 North Us Hwy 19e
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 733-2932
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 733-2932
Grades: PK-5
| 212 students
28622, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
60 Flat Springs Rd
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 898-4343
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 898-4343
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28622, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28622, NC include Freedom Trail Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28622?
1 public preschools are located in 28622.
What is the racial composition of students in 28622?
28622 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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