For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,525 students in 78009, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 78009, TX are Castroville Elementary School and Ladera Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78009 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78009, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78009, TX Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Castroville Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Madrid
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2117
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2117
Grades: PK-5
| 645 students
Rank: #22.
Ladera Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14750 W Grosenbacher
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2243
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2243
Grades: PK-5
| 880 students
78009, Texas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alter Learning Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
8557 F M 471 S
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2514
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2514
Grades: 6-12
| 4 students
1000 Houston St
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-0054
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-0054
Grades: PK-K
| 217 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 78009, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 78009, TX include Castroville Elementary School and Ladera Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78009?
2 public preschools are located in 78009.
What is the racial composition of students in 78009?
78009 public preschools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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