For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 506 students in 28756, NC.
The top ranked public preschools in 28756, NC are Polk Central Elementary School and Sunny View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» preschools in zipcode 28756 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 28756, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28756, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Polk Central Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2141 South Nc9 Hwy
Mill Spring, NC 28756
(828) 894-8233
Mill Spring, NC 28756
(828) 894-8233
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Sunny View Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
86 Sunny View School Road
Mill Spring, NC 28756
(828) 894-1050
Mill Spring, NC 28756
(828) 894-1050
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28756, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28756, NC include Polk Central Elementary School and Sunny View Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28756?
2 public preschools are located in 28756.
What is the racial composition of students in 28756?
28756 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% 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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