For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,545 students in 28584, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28584, NC are White Oak Elementary School and Queens Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28584 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28584, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28584, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Oak Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
555 Wb Mclean Drive
Swansboro, NC 28584
(252) 393-3990
Swansboro, NC 28584
(252) 393-3990
Gr: PK-5 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Queens Creek Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
159 Queens Creek Road
Swansboro, NC 28584
(910) 326-5115
Swansboro, NC 28584
(910) 326-5115
Gr: PK-5 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28584, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28584, NC include White Oak Elementary School and Queens Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28584?
2 public preschools are located in 28584.
What is the racial composition of students in 28584?
28584 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% 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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