For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 592 students in 28612, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28612, NC are Icard Elementary School and George Hildebrand Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28612 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28612, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28612, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Icard Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3087 Icard School Road
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 397-3491
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 397-3491
Gr: PK-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
George Hildebrand Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8078 G Hildebrand Sch Road
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 879-9595
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 879-9595
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28612, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28612, NC include Icard Elementary School and George Hildebrand Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28612?
2 public preschools are located in 28612.
What is the racial composition of students in 28612?
28612 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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