For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public preschools serving 6,604 students in 78520, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78520, TX are Pullam Elementary School, Benavides Elementary School and Bryss Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78520 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78520, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78520, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pullam Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3200 Madrid Ave
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-3700
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 889 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Benavides Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3101 Mcallen Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3250
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3250
Gr: PK-5 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Bryss Academy
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2255 N Coria St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-7100
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-7100
Gr: PK-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #44.
Yturria Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2955 W Tandy Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3200
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Keller Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2540 W Alton Gloor
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-4400
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Garden Park Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
855 Military Hwy
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2630
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2630
Gr: PK-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Sharp Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1439 Palm Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2930
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2930
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Martin Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1701 Stanford Ave
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2730
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2730
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #99.
Russell Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Lakeside Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8960
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8960
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Putegnat Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
730 E 8th St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8930
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8930
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Villa Nueva Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7455 Old Military Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 542-3957
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 542-3957
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1212.
Skinner Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
411 W St Charles St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2830
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2830
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1313.
Harmony Science Academy - Brownsville
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1124 Central Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-9555
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-9555
Gr: PK-7 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78520, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78520, TX include Pullam Elementary School, Benavides Elementary School and Bryss Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 78520?
13 public preschools are located in 78520.
What is the racial composition of students in 78520?
78520 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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