For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,047 students in 79603, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 79603, TX are Stafford Elementary School, Martinez Elementary School and Ortiz Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79603 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79603, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79603, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stafford Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1026 N Pioneer Dr
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4895
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4895
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Martinez Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1250 Merchant St
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 794-4160
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 794-4160
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Ortiz Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2550 Vogel
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4945
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4945
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
3600 Sherry Ln
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4920
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4920
Gr: PK | 751 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
79603, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2726 North 18th St
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4820
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4820
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
1200 Merchant St
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 677-3791
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 677-3791
Gr: 6-8 | 632 students Minority enrollment: 55%
3600 Sherry Ln
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4920
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4920
Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
1840 N 8th St
Abilene, TX 79603
(915) 671-5021
Abilene, TX 79603
(915) 671-5021
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 79603, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79603, TX include Stafford Elementary School, Martinez Elementary School and Ortiz Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79603?
4 public preschools are located in 79603.
What is the racial composition of students in 79603?
79603 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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