Best 79705 Texas Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,861 students in 79705, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 79705, TX are Emerson Elementary School, Santa Rita Elementary School and Fannin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79705 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79705, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79705, TX Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2800 Moss Ave
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-6700
Gr: PK-6 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Santa Rita Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5306 Whitman St
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-7900
Gr: PK-6 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Fannin Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2400 Fannin Ave
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-6800
Gr: PK-6 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Pease Communications/technology Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 E Magnolia Ave
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-7700
Gr: PK-6 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Milam Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
301 E Dormard Ave
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-7500
Gr: PK-6 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 79705, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79705, TX include Emerson Elementary School, Santa Rita Elementary School and Fannin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79705?
5 public preschools are located in 79705.
What is the racial composition of students in 79705?
79705 public preschools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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