For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 841 students in 78578, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 78578, TX are Derry Elementary School and Garriga Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78578 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78578, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78578, TX Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Derry Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1702 2nd St
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0070
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0070
Grades: PK-5
| 409 students
Rank: #22.
Garriga Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Adams
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0080
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0080
Grades: PK-5
| 432 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 78578, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 78578, TX include Derry Elementary School and Garriga Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78578?
2 public preschools are located in 78578.
What is the racial composition of students in 78578?
78578 public preschools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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