For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,148 students in 78242, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78242, TX are Frank Madla Elementary School, Five Palms Elementary School and Neil Armstrong Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78242 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78242, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78242, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frank Madla Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6100 Royalgate Dr
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 645-3800
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 645-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Five Palms Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7138 Five Palms Dr
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 645-3850
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 645-3850
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Neil Armstrong Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7111 Apple Valley Dr
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 623-8787
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 623-8787
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78242, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78242, TX include Frank Madla Elementary School, Five Palms Elementary School and Neil Armstrong Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78242?
3 public preschools are located in 78242.
What is the racial composition of students in 78242?
78242 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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