For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,482 students in 79902, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 79902, TX are Lamar Elementary School and Mesita Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79902 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79902, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79902, TX Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1440 E Cliff Dr
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3200
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 283 students
Rank: #22.
Mesita Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3307 N Stanton
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 496-8180
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 496-8180
Grades: PK-5
| 933 students
Rank: n/an/a
1014 N Stanton
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 230-2000
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 230-2000
Grades: PK-8
| 1,266 students
79902, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
About Face Jjaep Middle School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
220 Lawton Dr
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3240
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3240
Grades: 4-5
| n/a students
220 Lawton St
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3240
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3240
Grades: PK-5
| 278 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 79902, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 79902, TX include Lamar Elementary School and Mesita Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79902?
3 public preschools are located in 79902.
What is the racial composition of students in 79902?
79902 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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