For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,982 students in 28752, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28752, NC are Marion Elementary School, Eastfield Global Magnet School and Glenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28752 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28752, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28752, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
209 Robert Street
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-2141
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-2141
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Eastfield Global Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
170 Eastfield School Road
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-3730
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-3730
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1545 Old Hwy 221 South
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 738-4220
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 738-4220
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
North Cove Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 American Thread Road
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 756-4342
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 756-4342
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Pleasant Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 John Roach Drive
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 724-4422
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 724-4422
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
West Marion Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
820 Marler Road
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 738-3353
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 738-3353
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28752, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28752, NC include Marion Elementary School, Eastfield Global Magnet School and Glenwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28752?
6 public preschools are located in 28752.
What is the racial composition of students in 28752?
28752 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% 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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