For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 851 students in 79602, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 79602, TX are Thomas Elementary School and Bowie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79602 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79602, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79602, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1240 Lakeside Dr
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4995
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4995
Gr: PK-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Bowie Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2034 Jeanette St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4770
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4770
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
79602, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1929 S 11th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 671-4745
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 671-4745
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Day Nursery Of Abilene (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
625 S 8th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Gr: PK | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
1741 S 14th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 677-3505
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 677-3505
Gr: 6-8 | 286 students Minority enrollment: 46%
1699 S 1st St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 672-3279
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 672-3279
Gr: 6-8 | 710 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Locust Ecc (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
625 S 8th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Gr: PK | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Reassignment Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1101 S 9th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4648
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4648
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 79602, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79602, TX include Thomas Elementary School and Bowie Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79602?
2 public preschools are located in 79602.
What is the racial composition of students in 79602?
79602 public preschools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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