For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 4,081 students in 78041, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78041, TX are Farias Elementary School, Nye Elementary School and Newman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78041 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78041, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78041, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farias Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1510 Chicago St
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-3400
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Nye Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 E Del Mar Blvd
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-3700
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Newman Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1300 Alta Vista
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-3800
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Pierce Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 E Eistetter
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4300
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Clark Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 W Mayberry
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 476-4600
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 476-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #66.
T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
211 E Ash St
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4500
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #77.
Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 Calle Del Norte
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-4400
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Santa Maria Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3817 Santa Maria
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4600
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78041, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78041, TX include Farias Elementary School, Nye Elementary School and Newman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78041?
8 public preschools are located in 78041.
What is the racial composition of students in 78041?
78041 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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