For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 686 students in 78526, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78526, TX are Pena Elementary School and Promesa College Prep Brownsville. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78526 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78526, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78526, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pena Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4975 Salida De La Luna
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 547-7100
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 547-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #22.
Promesa College Prep Brownsville
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1944 E Alton Gloor Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 295-7778
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 295-7778
Gr: PK-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
78526, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Brownsville Learning Academy Middle School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
4350 Morrison Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 982-2860
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 982-2860
Gr: 6-8 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78526, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78526, TX include Pena Elementary School and Promesa College Prep Brownsville.
How many public preschools are located in 78526?
2 public preschools are located in 78526.
What is the racial composition of students in 78526?
78526 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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