For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,024 students in 78617, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78617, TX are Popham Elementary School, Newton Collins Elementary School and Del Valle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78617 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78617, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78617, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Popham Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7014 Elroy Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3750
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3750
Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Newton Collins Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7609 Apogee Blvd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3900
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Del Valle Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5400 Ross Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3350
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3350
Gr: PK-5 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78617, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78617, TX include Popham Elementary School, Newton Collins Elementary School and Del Valle Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78617?
3 public preschools are located in 78617.
What is the racial composition of students in 78617?
78617 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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