For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 450 students in 28609, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 28609, NC is Catawba Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 28609 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28609, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28609, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Catawba Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5415 Hudson Chapel Road
Catawba, NC 28609
(828) 241-3131
Catawba, NC 28609
(828) 241-3131
Gr: PK-6 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28609, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28609, NC include Catawba Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28609?
1 public preschools are located in 28609.
What is the racial composition of students in 28609?
28609 public preschools minority enrollment is 38% 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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