For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,437 students in 79902, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 79902, TX are Lamar Elementary School and Mesita Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79902 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79902, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79902, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1440 E Cliff Dr
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3200
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Mesita Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3307 N Stanton
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 496-8180
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 496-8180
Gr: PK-5 | 916 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
1014 N Stanton
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 230-2000
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 230-2000
Gr: PK-8 | 1,256 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 79902, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79902, TX include Lamar Elementary School and Mesita Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79902?
3 public preschools are located in 79902.
What is the racial composition of students in 79902?
79902 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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