For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 381 students in Candler, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in Candler, NC is Candler Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Candler, NC public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in Candler have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Candler, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Candler Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
121 Candler School Road
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 670-5018
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 670-5018
Gr: PK-4 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Candler, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in Candler, NC include Candler Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Candler?
1 public preschools are located in Candler.
What is the racial composition of students in Candler?
Candler public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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