For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 499 students in Central, SC.
The top-ranked public preschool in Central, SC is Central Academy Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Central, SC public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Central have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Central, SC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Academy Of The Arts
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
608 Johnson Road
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-1400
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Central, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in Central, SC include Central Academy Of The Arts.
How many public preschools are located in Central?
1 public preschools are located in Central.
What is the racial composition of students in Central?
Central public preschools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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