For the 2025 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 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78828, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nueces Canyon Jh/hs
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Taylor St
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 234-3524
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 234-3524
Grades: 7-12
| 110 students
Rank: #22.
Nueces Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 E 3rd St
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 597-3218
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 597-3218
Grades: PK-6
| 129 students
78828, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P O Box 118
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 597-3218
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 597-3218
Grades: 6-8
| 78 students
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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