For the 2026 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 884 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
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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