For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,785 students in 28601, NC.
The top ranked public preschools in 28601, NC are Oakwood Elementary School, Clyde Campbell Elementary School and Snow Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28601 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28601, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28601, NC Public Preschools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oakwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
366 4th Street Nw
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 322-1340
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 322-1340
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
Rank: #22.
Clyde Campbell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2121 35th Avenue Drive Ne
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-2769
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-2769
Grades: PK-6
| 479 students
Rank: #33.
Snow Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3238 Snow Creek Rd
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-2335
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-2335
Grades: PK-6
| 589 students
Rank: #44.
Ray Childers Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1183 Cape Hickory Road
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 324-1340
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 324-1340
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Rank: #55.
Webb A Murray Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3901 Section House Road
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-2196
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-2196
Grades: PK-6
| 389 students
Rank: #66.
Viewmont Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21 16th Avenue Nw
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 324-7049
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 324-7049
Grades: PK-5
| 530 students
28601, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
S Campus 420 North Center St
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 345-5807
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 345-5807
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28601, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28601, NC include Oakwood Elementary School, Clyde Campbell Elementary School and Snow Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28601?
6 public preschools are located in 28601.
What is the racial composition of students in 28601?
28601 public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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