For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,808 students in 27527, NC.
The top ranked public preschools in 27527, NC are Riverwood Elementary School, River Dell Elementary School and Powhatan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 27527 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27527, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27527, NC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverwood Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
108 Athletic Club Blvd
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 359-6300
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 359-6300
Grades: PK-5
| 739 students
Rank: #22.
River Dell Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12100 Buffalo Road
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 553-1977
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 553-1977
Grades: PK-5
| 942 students
Rank: #33.
Powhatan Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3145 Vinson Rd
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 553-3259
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 553-3259
Grades: PK-5
| 614 students
Rank: #44.
East Clayton Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2075 Nc Highway 42 East
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 550-5311
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 550-5311
Grades: PK-5
| 513 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 27527, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 27527, NC include Riverwood Elementary School, River Dell Elementary School and Powhatan Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 27527?
4 public preschools are located in 27527.
What is the racial composition of students in 27527?
27527 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% 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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