For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 829 students in 78599, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78599, TX are Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School and Horizon Montessori Ii - Stem Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78599 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78599, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78599, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 E Mile 10 N
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-6587
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-6587
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Horizon Montessori Ii - Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1223 Sugarcane Dr
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-0044
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-0044
Gr: PK-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
78599, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Guidance Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2607 Camino Real Viejo
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-6810
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-6810
Gr: 6-11 | 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78599, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78599, TX include Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School and Horizon Montessori Ii - Stem Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 78599?
2 public preschools are located in 78599.
What is the racial composition of students in 78599?
78599 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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