For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,568 students in 79706, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 79706, TX are Barbara Yarbrough Elementary School and Greenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79706 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79706, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79706, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barbara Yarbrough Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6000 Riverfront Dr
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 240-8500
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 240-8500
Gr: PK-6 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10800 Hwy 307
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 253-6700
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 253-6700
Gr: PK-2 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
79706, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10800 Hwy 307
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 685-7819
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 685-7819
Gr: 4-6 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 79706, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79706, TX include Barbara Yarbrough Elementary School and Greenwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79706?
2 public preschools are located in 79706.
What is the racial composition of students in 79706?
79706 public preschools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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