For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 4,093 students in 77581, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 77581, TX are Shadycrest Elementary School, Challenger Elementary School and Barbara Cockrell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 77581 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 77581, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77581, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shadycrest Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2405 Shady Bend Dr
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1404
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1404
Gr: PK-4 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Challenger Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9434 Hughes Ranch Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-7912
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-7912
Gr: PK-4 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Barbara Cockrell Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3500 Mchard Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(832) 736-6600
Pearland, TX 77581
(832) 736-6600
Gr: PK-4 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Rustic Oak Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1302 Rustic Ln
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 482-5400
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 482-5400
Gr: PK-4 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
C J Harris Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2314 Schleider Dr
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-4024
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-4024
Gr: PK-4 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
E A Lawhon Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5810 Brookside Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1445
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1445
Gr: PK-4 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #77.
Horizon Montessori Pearland - Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2319 N Grand Blvd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-2500
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-2500
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
77581, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Learning Academy (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
2316 Old Alvin Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-3203
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-3203
3775 South Main
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1600
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1600
Gr: 9 | 844 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 77581, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 77581, TX include Shadycrest Elementary School, Challenger Elementary School and Barbara Cockrell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 77581?
7 public preschools are located in 77581.
What is the racial composition of students in 77581?
77581 public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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