For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,628 students in 78003, TX.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 78003 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78003, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78003, TX Public Elementary 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
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 elementary schools in 78003, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78003, TX include Hill Country Elementary School, Bandera Middle School and Alkek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78003?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78003.
What is the racial composition of students in 78003?
78003 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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