For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 4,259 students in 78504, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 78504, TX are Gonzalez Elementary School, Rayburn Elementary School and Dr Pablo Perez. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø preschools in zipcode 78504 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78504, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78504, TX ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gonzalez Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
201 E Martin Ave
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4577
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4577
Gr: PK-5 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Rayburn Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7000 N Main St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4363
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4363
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Dr Pablo Perez
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7801 N Main
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1125
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1125
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Blanca E Sanchez
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2901 Incarnate Word
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1100
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Castaneda Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 N 34th
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 623-8882
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 623-8882
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #66.
Lucile Hendricks Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3900 Goldcrest
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1145
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1145
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Garza Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6300 N 29th St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4554
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4554
Gr: PK-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
De La Vina Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 S Jackson Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 289-2366
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 289-2366
Gr: PK-5 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
78504, Texas ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
508 E Elizabeth St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Gr: PK-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
4737 S Sugar Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Gr: PK-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1352 E First St Ste A
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
615 S International Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
One Stop Multiservice (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
P O Box 164
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 78504, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 78504, TX include Gonzalez Elementary School, Rayburn Elementary School and Dr Pablo Perez.
How many public preschools are located in 78504?
8 public preschools are located in 78504.
What is the racial composition of students in 78504?
78504 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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