For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,167 students in San Marcos, TX.
The top-ranked public preschool in San Marcos, TX is Blanco Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Marcos, TX public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in San Marcos have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in San Marcos, TX (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blanco Vista Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2951 Blanco Vista Blvd
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 268-8506
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 268-8506
Gr: PK-5 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
125 Hwy 123
San Marcos, TX 78667
(512) 757-6031
San Marcos, TX 78667
(512) 757-6031
Gr: PK | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
San Marcos, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hays County Juvenile Justice Alternative Center (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
4125 B Fm 967
San Marcos, TX 78667
(512) 268-8473
San Marcos, TX 78667
(512) 268-8473
Gr: 8-10 | 4 students
Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1307 Uland Rd
San Marcos, TX 78667
(512) 392-7070
San Marcos, TX 78667
(512) 392-7070
Pride High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
540 Staples Rd
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 393-6864
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 393-6864
Gr: 10-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus (Closed)
Charter School
7540 Ed Bluestein Blvd
San Marcos, TX 78667
(512) 928-3000
San Marcos, TX 78667
(512) 928-3000
Gr: K-6 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in San Marcos, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in San Marcos, TX include Blanco Vista Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in San Marcos?
2 public preschools are located in San Marcos.
What is the racial composition of students in San Marcos?
San Marcos public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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