For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,228 students in 28150, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28150, NC are Jefferson Elementary School, Union Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28150 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28150, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28150, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1166 Wyke Road
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8390
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8390
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1440 Union Church Road
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8250
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8250
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1907 Stony Point Road
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8260
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8260
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28150, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28150, NC include Jefferson Elementary School, Union Elementary School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28150?
3 public preschools are located in 28150.
What is the racial composition of students in 28150?
28150 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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