For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public preschools serving 6,370 students in Magnolia, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in Magnolia, TX are Bear Branch Elementary School, Cedric C Smith and Willie E Williams Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Magnolia, TX public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in Magnolia have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Magnolia, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bear Branch Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8909 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 356-4771
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 356-4771
Gr: PK-4 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Cedric C Smith
(Math: 66% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
28747 Hardin Store Rd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2300
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2300
Gr: PK-4 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Willie E Williams Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18101 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-6866
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-6866
Gr: PK-4 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Magnolia Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11745 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7440
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7440
Gr: PK-4 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Tom R Ellisor Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
33040 Egypt Ln
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7400
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7400
Gr: PK-4 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Decker Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27427 Decker Prairie-rosehill
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 357-3134
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 357-3134
Gr: PK-4 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Nichols Sawmill Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
28750 Nichols Sawmill Rd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2133
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2133
Gr: PK-4 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #88.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31900 Nichols Sawmill Rd
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-6434
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-6434
Gr: PK-4 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #99.
J L Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
27035 Nichols Sawmill Rd
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-8115
Magnolia, TX 77355
(281) 356-8115
Gr: PK-4 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
40205 Audubon Pkwy
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7333
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7333
Gr: PK-4 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Magnolia, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8040 Kenlake
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2031
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2031
Gr: 6 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
110 S Magnolia Blvd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2033
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2033
Gr: 6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Magnolia, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in Magnolia, TX include Bear Branch Elementary School, Cedric C Smith and Willie E Williams Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Magnolia?
10 public preschools are located in Magnolia.
What is the racial composition of students in Magnolia?
Magnolia public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Magnolia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Magnolia include: Magnolia Parkway Elementary School vs. Bear Branch Elementary School, Decker Prairie Elementary School vs. Willie E Williams Elementary School, Willie E Williams Elementary School vs. Magnolia Elementary School
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