For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 436 students in 27542, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 27542, NC is Glendale-kenly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 27542 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27542, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27542, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glendale-kenly Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2001 Bay Valley Rd
Kenly, NC 27542
(919) 284-2821
Kenly, NC 27542
(919) 284-2821
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 27542, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 27542, NC include Glendale-kenly Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 27542?
1 public preschools are located in 27542.
What is the racial composition of students in 27542?
27542 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% 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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