For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,061 students in 78539, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78539, TX are Dr Thomas Esparza Elementary School and Hargill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78539 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78539, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 78539, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr Thomas Esparza Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2510 S Cesar Chavez
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 289-2308
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 289-2308
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Hargill Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13394 4th St
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 289-2338
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 289-2338
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
78539, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hidalgo County J J A E P (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
100 N Closner
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 262-1381
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 262-1381
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78539, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78539, TX include Dr Thomas Esparza Elementary School and Hargill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78539?
2 public preschools are located in 78539.
What is the racial composition of students in 78539?
78539 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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