For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,616 students in 75042, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 75042, TX are Walnut Glen Academy For Excel, Beaver Technology Center and Bradfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 75042 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 75042, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75042, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walnut Glen Academy For Excel
Magnet School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3101 Edgewood Dr
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8330
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8330
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Beaver Technology Center
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3232 March Ln
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8301
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8301
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Bradfield Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3817 Bucknell Dr
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8303
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8303
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
O Henry Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4100 Tynes Dr
Garland, TX 75042
(469) 593-8200
Garland, TX 75042
(469) 593-8200
Gr: PK-6 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Davis Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1621 Mccallum Dr
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8205
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8205
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Bullock Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3909 Edgewood Dr
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8308
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8308
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Golden Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1726 Travis St
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8373
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 494-8373
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Williams Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1821 Old Gate Ln
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 926-2610
Garland, TX 75042
(972) 926-2610
Gr: PK-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
75042, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 75042, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 75042, TX include Walnut Glen Academy For Excel, Beaver Technology Center and Bradfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 75042?
8 public preschools are located in 75042.
What is the racial composition of students in 75042?
75042 public preschools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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