For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,368 students in 28546, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28546, NC are Morton Elementary School and Hunters Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28546 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28546, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28546, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
485 Old 30 Road
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 353-0930
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 353-0930
Gr: PK-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Hunters Creek Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3450 Hunters Trail
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 353-4443
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 353-4443
Gr: PK-5 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28546, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28546, NC include Morton Elementary School and Hunters Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28546?
2 public preschools are located in 28546.
What is the racial composition of students in 28546?
28546 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% 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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