For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,472 students in 28115, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28115, NC are Rocky River Elementary School, Coddle Creek Elementary School and South Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28115 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28115, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28115, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rocky River Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
483 Rocky River Rd
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2740
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2740
Gr: PK-2 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Coddle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
141 Frank's Crossing Loop
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 439-1550
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 439-1550
Gr: PK-5 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
South Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
839 S Magnolia St
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2650
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2650
Gr: PK-2 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Shepherd Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1748 Charlotte Hwy
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 664-2582
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 664-2582
Gr: PK-5 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28115, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28115, NC include Rocky River Elementary School, Coddle Creek Elementary School and South Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28115?
4 public preschools are located in 28115.
What is the racial composition of students in 28115?
28115 public preschools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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