For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 4,202 students in 27106, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 27106, NC are Sherwood Forest Elementary School, Meadowlark Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 27106 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27106, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27106, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherwood Forest Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1055 Yorkshire Road
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 774-4646
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 774-4646
Gr: PK-5 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Meadowlark Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 Meadowlark Drive
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4208
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4208
Gr: PK-5 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4000 Jefferson School Lane
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4215
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4215
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
The Special Children's School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4505 Shattalon Dr
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4191
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4191
Gr: PK-5 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Speas Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2000 W Polo Road
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4135
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4135
Gr: PK-5 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Old Town Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3930 Reynolda Road
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4283
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4283
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Childrens Center
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2315 Coliseum Drive
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 727-2440
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 727-2440
Gr: PK-5 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #88.
Gibson Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Walker Road
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4212
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 703-4212
Gr: PK-5 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 27106, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 27106, NC include Sherwood Forest Elementary School, Meadowlark Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 27106?
8 public preschools are located in 27106.
What is the racial composition of students in 27106?
27106 public preschools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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