For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 875 students in 28377, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28377, NC are Hawk Eye Elementary School and Peterson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28377 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28377, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28377, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawk Eye Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4321 Old Maxton Road
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 875-2470
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 875-2470
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Peterson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
102 Phillips Ave
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 843-4125
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 843-4125
Gr: PK-4 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28377, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28377, NC include Hawk Eye Elementary School and Peterson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28377?
2 public preschools are located in 28377.
What is the racial composition of students in 28377?
28377 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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