For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,463 students in 27253, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 27253, NC are Alexander Wilson Elementary School, South Graham Elementary School and North Graham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 27253 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27253, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27253, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alexander Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2518 Nc 54
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 578-1366
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 578-1366
Gr: PK-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
South Graham Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
320 Ivey Road
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6520
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6520
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
North Graham Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1025 Trollinger Road
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 578-2272
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 578-2272
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 27253, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 27253, NC include Alexander Wilson Elementary School, South Graham Elementary School and North Graham Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 27253?
3 public preschools are located in 27253.
What is the racial composition of students in 27253?
27253 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% 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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