For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,889 students in 28079, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28079, NC are Hemby Bridge Elementary School, Indian Trail Elementary School and Porter Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28079 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28079, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28079, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hemby Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6701 Indian Trl-fairview Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-6352
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-6352
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Indian Trail Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Education Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3095
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3095
Gr: PK-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Porter Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2843 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 289-1965
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 289-1965
Gr: PK-5 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28079, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28079, NC include Hemby Bridge Elementary School, Indian Trail Elementary School and Porter Ridge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28079?
3 public preschools are located in 28079.
What is the racial composition of students in 28079?
28079 public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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