For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 345 students in 28160, NC.
The top ranked public preschool in 28160, NC is Spindale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 28160 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28160, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28160, NC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spindale Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
161 N Oak St
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 286-2861
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 286-2861
Grades: PK-5
| 345 students
28160, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Carver Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
900 Carver St
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 286-3901
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 286-3901
Grades: PK
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28160, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28160, NC include Spindale Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28160?
1 public preschools are located in 28160.
What is the racial composition of students in 28160?
28160 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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