For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,360 students in 79606, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 79606, TX are Dyess Elementary School and Bassetti Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79606 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79606, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79606, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dyess Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6733 Jennings Dr
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3795
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3795
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Bassetti Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5749 Hwy 277 S
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3720
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3720
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
6249 Buffalo Gap Rd
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2350
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2350
Gr: PK | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 79606, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79606, TX include Dyess Elementary School and Bassetti Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79606?
3 public preschools are located in 79606.
What is the racial composition of students in 79606?
79606 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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