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Best Denison Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,280 students in Denison, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in Denison, TX are Hyde Park Elementary School, Terrell Elementary School and Lamar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Denison, TX public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in Denison have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Denison, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hyde Park Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1701 Hyde Park
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7350
Gr: PK-4 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Terrell Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
230 W Martin Luther King St
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7550
Gr: PK-4 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1000 S Fifth Ave
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7400
Gr: PK-4 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Mayes Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
201 Jennie Ln
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7500
Gr: PK-4 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1100 W Morgan St
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7300
Gr: PK-4 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Perrin Early Childhood Center
81 Vandenberg Dr
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 891-6400
Gr: PK | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Denison, Texas

Denison, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cooke, Fannin & Grayson County Juv (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
86 Dyess
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-6326
Gr: 4-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Golden Rule Elementary School (Closed 2015)
811 W Florence St
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7250
Gr: 1-5 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Grayson County J J A E P (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1201 South Park Ave
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7000
Layne Elementary School (Closed 2013)
1000 North Layne Dr
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 462-7450
Gr: K-5 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Perrin Elementary School (Closed 2009)
81 Vandenberg Dr
Denison, TX 75020
(903) 786-9452
Gr: PK-4 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Denison, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in Denison, TX include Hyde Park Elementary School, Terrell Elementary School and Lamar Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Denison?
6 public preschools are located in Denison.
What is the racial composition of students in Denison?
Denison public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Denison are often viewed compared to one another?

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