For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,274 students in 78557, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78557, TX are Hidalgo Park Elementary School, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School and Jc Kelly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78557 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78557, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78557, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hidalgo Park Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8700 S I Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 834-4276
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 834-4276
Gr: PK-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
411 Ebano
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4251
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4251
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Jc Kelly Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 E Las Milpas Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4201
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4201
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #44.
Hidalgo Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 Second St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4226
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4226
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78557, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78557, TX include Hidalgo Park Elementary School, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School and Jc Kelly Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78557?
4 public preschools are located in 78557.
What is the racial composition of students in 78557?
78557 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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