For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 6,383 students in 79938, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 79938, TX are Cactus Trails, Sgt Jose F Carrasco Elementary School and Lujan-chavez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79938 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79938, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79938, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cactus Trails
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14701 Ralph Seitsinger Dr
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2602
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2602
Gr: PK-5 | 1,010 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Sgt Jose F Carrasco Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14900 Tierra Mirage
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2400
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 1,054 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Lujan-chavez Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 Sun Country Rd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-8700
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-8700
Gr: PK-5 | 976 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Sgt Roberto Ituarte
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12860 Tierra Sonora
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-7000
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12300 Tierra Este Rd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-6200
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 968 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Chester E Jordan
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13995 Jason Crandall Dr
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-8800
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-8800
Gr: PK-5 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Purple Heart Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14400 Gr Campuzano
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2200
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 946 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
79938, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14400 Pebble Hills
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-3200
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-3200
Gr: 9-10 | 1,047 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 79938, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79938, TX include Cactus Trails, Sgt Jose F Carrasco Elementary School and Lujan-chavez Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79938?
7 public preschools are located in 79938.
What is the racial composition of students in 79938?
79938 public preschools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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