For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public preschools serving 6,774 students in 78520, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 78520, TX are Pullam Elementary School, Benavides Elementary School and Bryss Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78520 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78520, 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78520, TX Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pullam Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3200 Madrid Ave
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-3700
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-3700
Grades: PK-5
| 905 students
Rank: #22.
Benavides Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3101 Mcallen Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3250
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3250
Grades: PK-5
| 868 students
Rank: #33.
Bryss Academy
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2255 N Coria St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-7100
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-7100
Grades: PK-8
| 542 students
Rank: #44.
Yturria Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2955 W Tandy Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3200
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 547 students
Rank: #55.
Keller Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2540 W Alton Gloor
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-4400
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-4400
Grades: PK-5
| 515 students
Rank: #66.
Sharp Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1439 Palm Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2930
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2930
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #77.
Martin Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 Stanford Ave
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2730
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2730
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Rank: #88.
Garden Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
855 Military Hwy
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2630
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2630
Grades: PK-5
| 394 students
Rank: #99.
Russell Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 Lakeside Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8960
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8960
Grades: PK-5
| 478 students
Rank: #1010.
Putegnat Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
730 E 8th St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8930
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8930
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Skinner Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
411 W St Charles St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2830
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2830
Grades: PK-5
| 350 students
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Villa Nueva Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7455 Old Military Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 542-3957
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 542-3957
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Rank: #1313.
Harmony Science Academy - Brownsville
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1124 Central Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-9555
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-9555
Grades: PK-7
| 512 students
78520, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alexander Magnet High School (Closed 2009)
Magnet School
3600 E Del Mar
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 718-9070
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 718-9070
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Bluebonnet Youth Ranch (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
102 Mc Kinnon St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(512) 293-3546
Brownsville, TX 78520
(512) 293-3546
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1800 Cummings Pl
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8630
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8630
Grades: 7-8
| 412 students
Gulf Coast High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1715 Hwy 146 By Pass
Brownsville, TX 78520
(936) 336-1045
Brownsville, TX 78520
(936) 336-1045
Grades: 11
| 1 students
2400 E Van Buren St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2700
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 339 students
New High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
100 Lk Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(409) 938-4251
Brownsville, TX 78520
(409) 938-4251
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
901 Filmore St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2900
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2900
Grades: PK-5
| 276 students
201 Lindenwood Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 717-6201
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 717-6201
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
United Magnet (Closed 2009)
Magnet School
8800 Mchperson
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 717-6112
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 717-6112
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 78520, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 78520, TX include Pullam Elementary School, Benavides Elementary School and Bryss Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 78520?
13 public preschools are located in 78520.
What is the racial composition of students in 78520?
78520 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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