For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 598 students in 28805, NC.
The top ranked public preschools in 28805, NC are Bell Elementary School and Haw Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28805 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28805, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28805, NC Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Bell Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
90 Maple Springs Road
Asheville, NC 28805
(828) 298-3789
Asheville, NC 28805
(828) 298-3789
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Haw Creek Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10 Bethesda Road
Asheville, NC 28805
(828) 298-4022
Asheville, NC 28805
(828) 298-4022
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 28805, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 28805, NC include Bell Elementary School and Haw Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28805?
2 public preschools are located in 28805.
What is the racial composition of students in 28805?
28805 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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