For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,940 students in 78570, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78570, TX are Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School, John F Kennedy Elementary School and Taylor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78570 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78570, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78570, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Rio Rico Rd
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 512-2227
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 512-2227
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 Hidalgo St
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2300
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
900 N Missouri Ave
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2388
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2388
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #44.
Travis Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1551 S Georgia Ave
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2322
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2322
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
950 W 6th St
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 825-5117
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 825-5117
Gr: PK | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78570, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78570, TX include Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School, John F Kennedy Elementary School and Taylor Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78570?
5 public preschools are located in 78570.
What is the racial composition of students in 78570?
78570 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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