For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public preschools serving 12,470 students in 79928, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 79928, TX are Horizon Heights Elementary School, John Drugan School and Dr Sue A Shook School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79928 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79928, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79928, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horizon Heights Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13601 Ryderwood Ave
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7400
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 947 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
John Drugan School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12451 Pellicano
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-6800
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-6800
Gr: PK-8 | 990 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Dr Sue A Shook School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13777 Paseo Del Este
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7100
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 1,167 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
James P Butler Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14251 Ralph Seitsinger Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-8900
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-8900
Gr: PK-5 | 884 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Harmony School Of Science - El Paso
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1730 Joe Battle Blvd
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 626-5086
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 626-5086
Gr: PK-10 | 1,308 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Mission Ridge
(Math: 50% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
150 N Nonap Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-1699
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-1699
Gr: PK-5 | 1,052 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Montana Vista Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3550 Mark Jason Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-5300
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Red Sands Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4250 O'shea Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-5400
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Desert Hills Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 N Kenazo Ave
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4500
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Desert Wind Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Colina De Paz
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7800
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7800
Gr: PK-8 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Wm David Surratt Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12675 Alameda Ave
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-8200
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-8200
Gr: PK-5 | 939 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1212.
Carroll T Welch Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14510 Mcmahon Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4400
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1313.
Frank Macias Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14400 Golden Eagle Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4600
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 975 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
12901 Bob Hope
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-0000
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-0000
Gr: PK-5 | 1,054 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 79928, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79928, TX include Horizon Heights Elementary School, John Drugan School and Dr Sue A Shook School.
How many public preschools are located in 79928?
14 public preschools are located in 79928.
What is the racial composition of students in 79928?
79928 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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