For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 7,442 students in 78596, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78596, TX are Memorial Elementary School, Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School and Cleckler/heald Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78596 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78596, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 78596, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1700 S Border
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6780
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6780
Gr: PK-5 | 1,109 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3801 N 5 1/2 W
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6760
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6760
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Cleckler/heald Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 W Sugarcane
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6888
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6888
Gr: PK-5 | 909 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Sam Houston Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
608 N Cantu
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6740
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6740
Gr: PK-5 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Airport Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
410 N Airport Dr
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6770
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6770
Gr: PK-5 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Dr R E Margo Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1701 S Bridge Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6800
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 1,085 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
A N Rico Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2202 N International Blvd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6815
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6815
Gr: PK-5 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
North Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2001 N Bridge St
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6810
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6810
Gr: PK-5 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 W Mile 10
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6790
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6790
Gr: PK-5 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78596, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78596, TX include Memorial Elementary School, Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School and Cleckler/heald Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78596?
9 public preschools are located in 78596.
What is the racial composition of students in 78596?
78596 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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