For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,337 students in 28115, NC.
The top ranked public preschools in 28115, NC are Rocky River Elementary School, Coddle Creek Elementary School and South Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28115 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28115, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28115, NC Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rocky River Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
483 Rocky River Rd
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2740
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2740
Gr: PK-2 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Coddle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
141 Frank's Crossing Loop
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 439-1550
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 439-1550
Gr: PK-5 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
South Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
839 S Magnolia St
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2650
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2650
Gr: PK-2 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Shepherd Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1748 Charlotte Hwy
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 664-2582
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 664-2582
Gr: PK-5 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28115, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28115, NC include Rocky River Elementary School, Coddle Creek Elementary School and South Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28115?
4 public preschools are located in 28115.
What is the racial composition of students in 28115?
28115 public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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