For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 781 students in 28016, NC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 28016, NC is Tryon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28016 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28016, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28016, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tryon Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2620 Tryon Courthouse Road
Bessemer City, NC 28016
(704) 836-9107
Bessemer City, NC 28016
(704) 836-9107
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
1320 North 12th Street
Bessemer City, NC 28016
(704) 836-9109
Bessemer City, NC 28016
(704) 836-9109
Gr: PK-2 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28016, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28016, NC include Tryon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28016?
2 public preschools are located in 28016.
What is the racial composition of students in 28016?
28016 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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