For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 987 students in 28120, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28120, NC are Pinewood Elementary School and Ida Rankin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28120 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28120, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28120, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinewood Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1925 N Main Street
Mount Holly, NC 28120
(704) 836-9138
Mount Holly, NC 28120
(704) 836-9138
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Ida Rankin Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 W Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
(704) 836-9136
Mount Holly, NC 28120
(704) 836-9136
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28120, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28120, NC include Pinewood Elementary School and Ida Rankin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28120?
2 public preschools are located in 28120.
What is the racial composition of students in 28120?
28120 public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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