For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,237 students in 27262, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 27262, NC are Kirkman Park Elementary School, Montlieu Academy Of Technology and Northwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 27262 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27262, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27262, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kirkman Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1101 North Centennial Street
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2905
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2905
Gr: PK-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Montlieu Academy Of Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1105 Montlieu Avenue
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2910
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2910
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Northwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
818 West Lexington Avenue
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2920
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2920
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 27262, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 27262, NC include Kirkman Park Elementary School, Montlieu Academy Of Technology and Northwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 27262?
3 public preschools are located in 27262.
What is the racial composition of students in 27262?
27262 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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