For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 4,698 students in 78566, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78566, TX are Rancho Verde Elementary School, Olmito Elementary School and Palmer-laakso Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78566 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78566, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78566, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rancho Verde Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Rancho Alegre
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5230
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5230
Gr: PK-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Olmito Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2500 Arroyo Blvd
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-3950
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-3950
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Palmer-laakso Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30515 Farm Rd 1847
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5121
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5121
Gr: PK-5 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Lopez-riggins Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
613 Mesquite Ln
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6916
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6916
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Dora Romero Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9705 Cajun Blvd
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5210
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5210
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Las Yescas Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23413 Fm 803
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6955
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6955
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Los Fresnos Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
32602 State Hwy 100
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6900
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Villareal Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7700 E Lakeside Blvd
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-3975
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-3975
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Laureles Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31393 Fm 2893
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5141
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5141
Gr: PK-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
78566, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cameron Co J J A E P (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
2310 W Hwy 77
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 361-4629
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 361-4629
Gr: 8-12 | 6 students
International Educational Services (Ies) High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
600 Mesquite Ln
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5000
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5000
Gr: 9-12
33790 Fm 803
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5250
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5250
Gr: 9-10 | 1,657 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78566, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78566, TX include Rancho Verde Elementary School, Olmito Elementary School and Palmer-laakso Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78566?
9 public preschools are located in 78566.
What is the racial composition of students in 78566?
78566 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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