Best 79045 Texas Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 432 students in 79045, TX.
The top-ranked public preschool in 79045, TX is Walcott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79045 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79045, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79045, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walcott Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4275 Hwy 214
Hereford, TX 79045
(806) 289-5222
Gr: PK-6 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
615 Columbia
Hereford, TX 79045
(806) 363-7680
Gr: PK | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 79045 Texas

79045, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
241 Ave H
Hereford, TX 79045
(806) 363-7720
Gr: 9-12
711 Park Ave
Hereford, TX 79045
(806) 363-7610
Gr: PK | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
615 Columbia Dr
Hereford, TX 79045
(806) 363-7680
Gr: K-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 79045, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79045, TX include Walcott Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79045?
2 public preschools are located in 79045.
What is the racial composition of students in 79045?
79045 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

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