For the 2026 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 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78003, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Bandera Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1005 Cherry St
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3899
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3899
Gr: 6-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Alkek Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1798 Hwy 173 S
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3900
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Bandera High School
(Math: 21% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
78003, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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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