For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 4,259 students in 78504, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 78504, TX are Gonzalez Elementary School, Rayburn Elementary School and Dr Pablo Perez. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78504 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78504, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78504, TX Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gonzalez Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
201 E Martin Ave
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4577
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4577
Grades: PK-5
| 792 students
Rank: #22.
Rayburn Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7000 N Main St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4363
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4363
Grades: PK-5
| 510 students
Rank: #33.
Dr Pablo Perez
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7801 N Main
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1125
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1125
Grades: PK-5
| 543 students
Rank: #44.
Blanca E Sanchez
(Math: 58% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2901 Incarnate Word
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1100
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1100
Grades: PK-5
| 480 students
Rank: #55.
Lucile Hendricks Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3900 Goldcrest
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1145
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1145
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
Rank: #66.
Castaneda Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 N 34th
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 623-8882
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 623-8882
Grades: PK-5
| 441 students
Rank: #77.
Garza Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6300 N 29th St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4554
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4554
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Rank: #88.
De La Vina Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 S Jackson Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 289-2366
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 289-2366
Grades: PK-5
| 629 students
78504, Texas 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ignite 九游体育 And Community Serv Center At Brownsville (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
508 E Elizabeth St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Grades: PK-12
| 250 students
Ignite 九游体育 And Community Serv Center At Edinburg (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
4737 S Sugar Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Grades: PK-12
| 223 students
Ignite 九游体育 And Community Serv Center At Mission (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
1352 E First St Ste A
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Grades: PK-12
| 253 students
Ignite 九游体育 And Community Serv Center At Weslaco (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
615 S International Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Grades: PK-12
| 215 students
One Stop Multiservice (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
P O Box 164
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Grades: PK-12
| 141 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 78504, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 78504, TX include Gonzalez Elementary School, Rayburn Elementary School and Dr Pablo Perez.
How many public preschools are located in 78504?
8 public preschools are located in 78504.
What is the racial composition of students in 78504?
78504 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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