For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 849 students in 78538, TX.
The top ranked public preschool in 78538, TX is Roberto Garate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78538 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78538, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78538, TX Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roberto Garate Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25149 First St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1601
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1601
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: n/an/a
1210 Santa Rosa Ave
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0040
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0040
Gr: PK | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
78538, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
619 Mile 17
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Gr: 6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 78538, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 78538, TX include Roberto Garate Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78538?
2 public preschools are located in 78538.
What is the racial composition of students in 78538?
78538 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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