For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 173 students in 27844, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 27844, NC is Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 27844 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27844, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27844, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
37432 Hwy 561
Hollister, NC 27844
(252) 586-4344
Hollister, NC 27844
(252) 586-4344
Gr: PK-5 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 27844, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 27844, NC include Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 27844?
1 public preschools are located in 27844.
What is the racial composition of students in 27844?
27844 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% 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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