For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 5,005 students in Buda, TX. The top-ranked public preschools in Buda, TX are Elm Grove Elementary School, Carpenter Hill Elementary School and Ralph Pfluger Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buda, TX public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in Buda have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Buda, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elm Grove Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
801 Fm 1626
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8440
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8440
Gr: PK-5 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Carpenter Hill Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4410 Rr 967
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8509
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8509
Gr: PK-5 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Ralph Pfluger Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4951 Marsh Ln
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8510
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8510
Gr: PK-5 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Buda Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1060 Old San Antonio Rd
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 295-4431
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 295-4431
Gr: PK-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Tom Green Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Old Goforth Rd
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8438
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8438
Gr: PK-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Creedmoor Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5604 Fm 1327
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 386-3950
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 386-3950
Gr: PK-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Doral Academy Of Texas
Charter School
1333 Firecracker
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 436-3881
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 436-3881
Gr: PK-8 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
155 Vista Gardens Dr
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8517
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8517
Gr: PK-5 | 905 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Buda, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in Buda, TX include Elm Grove Elementary School, Carpenter Hill Elementary School and Ralph Pfluger Elementary School. Buda has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Texas.
How many public preschools are located in Buda?
8 public preschools are located in Buda.
What is the racial composition of students in Buda?
Buda public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Buda are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Buda include: Buda Elementary School vs. Carpenter Hill Elementary School, Elm Grove Elementary School vs. Carpenter Hill Elementary School, Sunfield Elementary School vs. Buda Elementary School
Recent Articles
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.