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Top 10 Best 78550 Texas Public Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 19 public preschools serving 8,007 students in 78550, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 78550, TX are Lee H Means Elementary School, Bowie Elementary School and Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78550 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78550, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78550, TX Public Preschools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lee H Means Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1204 E Loop 499
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3377
Grades: PK-5
| 713 students
Rank: #22.
Bowie Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
309 W Lincoln Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3080
Grades: PK-5
| 316 students
Rank: #33.
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8402 W Wilson Rd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-4060
Grades: PK-5
| 625 students
Rank: #44.
Stuart Place Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6701 Business Hwy 83
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3160
Grades: PK-5
| 582 students
Rank: #55.
Bonham Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2400 E Jefferson
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3070
Grades: PK-5
| 528 students
Rank: #66.
Zavala Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1111 N B St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 308 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Crockett Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1406 W Jefferson St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3090
Grades: PK-5
| 272 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Horizon Montessori Iii - Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2802 S 77 Sunshine Strip
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-8207
Grades: PK-8
| 334 students
Rank: #99.
Austin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
700 E Austin Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3060
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
Rank: #1010.
Travis Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
600 E Polk Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3170
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
Rank: #1111.
Long Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2601 N 7th
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3140
Grades: PK-5
| 513 students
Rank: #1212.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
16495 Primera Rd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3190
Grades: PK-5
| 379 students
Rank: #1313.
Treasure Hills Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2525 Haine Dr
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3180
Grades: PK-5
| 829 students
Rank: #1414.
Dishman Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
309 Madeley
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 321 students
Rank: #1515.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
301 E Taft Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3110
Grades: PK-5
| 416 students
Rank: #1616.
Ben Milam Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1215 Rangerville Rd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3150
Grades: PK-5
| 370 students
Rank: #1717.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1100 S M St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3130
Grades: PK-5
| 426 students
Rank: #1818.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
601 S J St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3120
Grades: PK-5
| 255 students
Rank: n/an/a
2809 N 7th St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-9500
Grades: PK-K
| 218 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78550 Texas

78550, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
3700 E Harrison Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(210) 333-6227
Grades: 7-8
| 211 students
Keys Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2809 N 7th St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3220
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2701 N Breedlove
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 412-6951
Grades: PK-6
| 281 students
208 S F St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3445
Grades: 1-6
| n/a students
Southwest Key (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
23011 Rio Rancho
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 421-2034
Grades: 6-9
| 42 students
801 N 13th St Ste 15
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-8200
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2701 N Breedlove
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 428-0884
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
2701 N Breedlove
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 412-6951
Grades: 7-8
| 14 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in 78550, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 78550, TX include Lee H Means Elementary School, Bowie Elementary School and Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78550?
19 public preschools are located in 78550.
What is the racial composition of students in 78550?
78550 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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