For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,338 students in 78003, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 78003, TX are Hill Country Elementary School, Bandera Middle School and Alkek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78003 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78003, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78003, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hill Country Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6346 Fm 1283
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3901
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3901
Grades: PK-5
| 487 students
Rank: #22.
Bandera Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1005 Cherry St
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3899
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3899
Grades: 6-8
| 525 students
Rank: #33.
Alkek Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1798 Hwy 173 S
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3900
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3900
Grades: PK-5
| 616 students
Rank: #44.
Bandera High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
474 Old San Antonio Hwy
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3898
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3898
Grades: 9-12
| 710 students
78003, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Challenge High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
P O Box 727
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 796-3313
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 796-3313
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78003, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78003, TX include Hill Country Elementary School, Bandera Middle School and Alkek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78003?
4 public schools are located in 78003.
What is the racial composition of students in 78003?
78003 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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