Best 78003 Texas Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,020 students in 78003, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78003, TX are Hill Country Elementary School and Alkek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78003 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78003, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78003, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hill Country Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6346 Fm 1283
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3901
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Alkek Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1798 Hwy 173 S
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 460-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78003 Texas

78003, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 727
Bandera, TX 78003
(830) 796-3313

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78003, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78003, TX include Hill Country Elementary School and Alkek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78003?
2 public preschools are located in 78003.
What is the racial composition of students in 78003?
78003 public preschools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

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