For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,766 students in 27405, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 27405, NC are Reedy Fork Elementary School, Brightwood Elementary School and Gateway Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 27405 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27405, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27405, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reedy Fork Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4571 Reedy Fork Parkway
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 656-3723
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 656-3723
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Brightwood Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Brightwood School Road
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 375-2565
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 375-2565
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Gateway Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3205 East Wendover Aveune
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 375-2575
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 375-2575
Gr: PK-12 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Rankin Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Spry Street
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 375-2545
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 375-2545
Gr: PK-5 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Bessemer Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
918 Huffine Mill Road
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 375-2585
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 375-2585
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Ceasar Cone Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2501 North Church Street
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 375-2595
Greensboro, NC 27405
(336) 375-2595
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 27405, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 27405, NC include Reedy Fork Elementary School, Brightwood Elementary School and Gateway Education Center.
How many public preschools are located in 27405?
6 public preschools are located in 27405.
What is the racial composition of students in 27405?
27405 public preschools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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