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Best Harlingen Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 19 public preschools serving 7,910 students in Harlingen, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in Harlingen, TX are Lee H Means Elementary School, Bowie Elementary School and Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harlingen, TX public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in Harlingen have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Harlingen, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lee H Means Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1204 E Loop 499
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3377
Gr: PK-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Bowie Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
309 W Lincoln Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3080
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8402 W Wilson Rd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-4060
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Stuart Place Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6701 Business Hwy 83
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3160
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Dishman Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
309 Madeley
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Bonham Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2400 E Jefferson
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3070
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Crockett Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1406 W Jefferson St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3090
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Zavala Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1111 N B St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
16495 Primera Rd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3190
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Horizon Montessori Iii - Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2802 S 77 Sunshine Strip
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-8200
Gr: PK-8 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Austin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
700 E Austin Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3060
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1212.
Treasure Hills Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2525 Haine Dr
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3180
Gr: PK-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1313.
Long Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2601 N 7th
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3140
Gr: PK-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1414.
Travis Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
600 E Polk Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3170
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1515.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
301 E Taft Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3110
Gr: PK-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1616.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
601 S J St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3120
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1717.
Ben Milam Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1215 Rangerville Rd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3150
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1818.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1100 S M St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3130
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Hcisd Early Childhood Academy
2809 N 7th St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-9500
Gr: PK-K | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Harlingen, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in Harlingen, TX include Lee H Means Elementary School, Bowie Elementary School and Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Harlingen?
19 public preschools are located in Harlingen.
What is the racial composition of students in Harlingen?
Harlingen public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Harlingen are often viewed compared to one another?

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