For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,415 students in 78009, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78009, TX are Castroville Elementary School and Ladera Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78009 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78009, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78009, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Castroville Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Madrid
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2117
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2117
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Ladera Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14750 W Grosenbacher
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2243
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2243
Gr: PK-5 | 804 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
6909 Silos View
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2243
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2243
Gr: PK-5 | 1,011 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78009, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78009, TX include Castroville Elementary School and Ladera Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78009?
3 public preschools are located in 78009.
What is the racial composition of students in 78009?
78009 public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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