For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 4,226 students in 75040, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 75040, TX are Kimberlin Academy For Excel, Spring Creek Elementary School and Harmony Science Academy - Garland. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 75040 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 75040, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75040, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kimberlin Academy For Excel
Magnet School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1520 Cumberland Dr
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 926-2560
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 926-2560
Gr: PK-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Spring Creek Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1510 Spring Creek Dr
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 675-3060
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 675-3060
Gr: PK-5 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Harmony Science Academy - Garland
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2302 Firewheel Pkwy
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 212-4777
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 212-4777
Gr: PK-6 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Weaver Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
805 Pleasant Vly Rd
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 494-8311
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 494-8311
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Shorehaven Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Shorehaven Dr
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 494-8346
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 494-8346
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Northlake Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1626 Bosque Dr
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 494-8359
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 494-8359
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Cooper Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Kingsbridge Dr
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 675-3010
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 675-3010
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #88.
Vernal Lister Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3131 Mars Dr
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 675-3030
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 675-3030
Gr: PK-5 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
75040, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alpha Charter School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
701 W State St
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 272-2173
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 272-2173
Gr: PK-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Pathfinder Achievement Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
221 S 9th St
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 494-8520
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 494-8520
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 75040, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 75040, TX include Kimberlin Academy For Excel, Spring Creek Elementary School and Harmony Science Academy - Garland.
How many public preschools are located in 75040?
8 public preschools are located in 75040.
What is the racial composition of students in 75040?
75040 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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