For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 598 students in 28805, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28805, NC are Bell Elementary School and Haw Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28805 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28805, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28805, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Bell Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
90 Maple Springs Road
Asheville, NC 28805
(828) 298-3789
Asheville, NC 28805
(828) 298-3789
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Haw Creek Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10 Bethesda Road
Asheville, NC 28805
(828) 298-4022
Asheville, NC 28805
(828) 298-4022
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28805, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28805, NC include Bell Elementary School and Haw Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28805?
2 public preschools are located in 28805.
What is the racial composition of students in 28805?
28805 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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