For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 239 students in 78828, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78828, TX are Nueces Canyon Jh/hs and Nueces Canyon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78828 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78828, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78828, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nueces Canyon Jh/hs
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Taylor St
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 234-3524
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 234-3524
Gr: 7-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Nueces Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 E 3rd St
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 597-3218
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 597-3218
Gr: PK-6 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
78828, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 118
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 597-3218
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 597-3218
Gr: 6-8 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78828, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78828, TX include Nueces Canyon Jh/hs and Nueces Canyon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78828?
2 public schools are located in 78828.
What is the racial composition of students in 78828?
78828 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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