For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 438 students in 78140, TX.
The top-ranked public preschool in 78140, TX is Nixon Smiley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 78140 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78140, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78140, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nixon Smiley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Anglin St
Nixon, TX 78140
(830) 582-1536
Nixon, TX 78140
(830) 582-1536
Gr: PK-4 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
78140, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78140, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78140, TX include Nixon Smiley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78140?
1 public preschools are located in 78140.
What is the racial composition of students in 78140?
78140 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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