Head Start Programs in ZIP 78542 (Edinburg, TX)

Public data maps 5 federally funded head start programs to ZIP 78542 in Edinburg, TX.

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Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that combine early education with nutrition, developmental screening, and family support. Programs are generally free for eligible families and prioritize children from low-income households, children in foster care, and children with disabilities.

What state licensing data shows for head start programs in ZIP 78542

Among the 5 head start programss listed in ZIP 78542, 0 (0%) have a published quality rating in the current data. No provider in this ZIP carries a published overall star rating in the current data, so comparison here rests on inspection, staffing, and quality details. 5 of these providers report 404 licensed child care spaces in total.

Providers on record5
With a published overall ratingNone published
Average overall ratingNot published
Highest-rated providerNot published
Ownership mixNot reported
Licensed capacity (total)404

How to compare head start programs in ZIP 78542

A practical first step is to check licensing status and inspection history, since that is the backbone of what is publicly known about a program. Then look at the things licensing does not measure - group sizes, caregiver consistency, and how the daily rhythm actually feels to your family.

For families in ZIP 78542, Edinburg, TX, the key questions are availability and waitlists, tuition and fees, hours of operation, and how caregivers communicate with parents each day. A visit plus direct questions remains the surest way to judge whether a program fits.

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Head Start Programs profiles in ZIP 78542

Head Start Program Edinburg Head Start Center Edinburg, TX 78542 Capacity 180 Head Start Program Edinburg North Head Start Center Edinburg, TX 78542 Capacity 120 Head Start Program Hidalgo Early Head Start Urban Strategies LLC Edinburg, TX 78542 Capacity 32 Head Start Program Urban Strategies Early Head Start Hidalgo Edinburg, TX 78542 Capacity 48 Head Start Program UTRGV Center for Academic Readiness and Success (CARS) Edinburg, TX 78542 Capacity 24
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Head Start Programs data comparison

ProviderCare typeOverallOwnershipLicensed capacity
Edinburg Head Start CenterHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported180
Edinburg North Head Start CenterHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported120
Hidalgo Early Head Start Urban Strategies LLCHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported32
Urban Strategies Early Head Start HidalgoHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported48
UTRGV Center for Academic Readiness and Success (CARS)Head Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported24

Frequently asked questions

How many head start programs in ZIP 78542 have a published rating?
None of the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 78542 have a published state quality rating in this data.
What other ZIP codes near Edinburg have head start programs?
Head Start Programs are also listed in 1 neighboring ZIP code in Edinburg. Use the cards on this page to open each ZIP directory.
How do I choose a head start program in ZIP 78542?
To compare Head Start programs, confirm eligibility and application steps, and ask about hours, transportation, meals, and how the program coordinates with services your family already uses. Local programs can differ in schedules and offerings.
Where does this information come from?
All figures come from public state datasets (state child care licensing records and registries; processing date 2026-10-07). Verify current details with the provider before making care decisions.
Which head start program in ZIP 78542 has the highest quality rating?
No head start program in ZIP 78542 has a published quality rating in the current state licensing data.
How many licensed child care spaces are reported in ZIP 78542?
404 licensed child care spaces are reported across 5 providers in ZIP 78542. Licensed capacity is published for child care centers; other provider types do not report it.

Where this data comes from

Every figure on this page is drawn from public state licensing datasets including state child care licensing records and registries (processing date 2026-10-07). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is provided for general information only.

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