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Best 28086 North Carolina Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,311 students in 28086, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28086, NC are West Elementary School, Bethware Elementary School and East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28086 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28086, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28086, NC Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
500 W Mountain Street
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8345
Gr: PK-4 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Bethware Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
115 Bethware Drive
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8346
Gr: PK-4 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
600 Cleveland Avenue
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8356
Gr: PK-4 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
North Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
900 N Ramseur Street
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8225
Gr: PK-4 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 28086 North Carolina

28086, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Davidson School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
500 W Parker Street
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 734-5677
Gr: 7-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
West Road Intermediate School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
500 W Parker Street
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 734-5677
Gr: 6-11 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28086, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28086, NC include West Elementary School, Bethware Elementary School and East Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28086?
4 public preschools are located in 28086.
What is the racial composition of students in 28086?
28086 public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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