For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,232 students in 78503, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78503, TX are Houston Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School and Escandon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78503 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78503, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78503, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3221 Olga Ave
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-1167
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-1167
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4801 S 26th St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4424
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4424
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Escandon Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Colbath Ave
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4511
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78503, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78503, TX include Houston Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School and Escandon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78503?
3 public preschools are located in 78503.
What is the racial composition of students in 78503?
78503 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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