For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 822 students in 27596, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 27596, NC are Youngsville Elementary School and Long Mill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 27596 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27596, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27596, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Youngsville Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Us I-a
Youngsville, NC 27596
(919) 556-5250
Youngsville, NC 27596
(919) 556-5250
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Long Mill Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1753 Long Mill Rd
Youngsville, NC 27596
(919) 554-0667
Youngsville, NC 27596
(919) 554-0667
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 27596, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 27596, NC include Youngsville Elementary School and Long Mill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 27596?
2 public preschools are located in 27596.
What is the racial composition of students in 27596?
27596 public preschools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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