For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,545 students in 77979, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 77979, TX are Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School and Jackson/roosevelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 77979 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 77979, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77979, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
605 N Commerce St
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
(361) 552-5253
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
(361) 552-5253
Gr: PK-5 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Jackson/roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1512 Jackson St
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
(361) 552-3317
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
(361) 552-3317
Gr: PK-5 | 836 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 77979, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 77979, TX include Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School and Jackson/roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 77979?
2 public preschools are located in 77979.
What is the racial composition of students in 77979?
77979 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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