For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,996 students in 78028, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78028, TX are Daniels Elementary School, Fred H Tally Elementary School and Nimitz Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78028 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78028, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78028, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Daniels Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2002 Singing Wind Dr
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2208
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2208
Gr: K-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Fred H Tally Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1840 Goat Creek Pkwy
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2222
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2222
Gr: K-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Nimitz Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Valley View
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2209
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2209
Gr: K-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Starkey Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1030 W Main St
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2210
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2210
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Peterson Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3175 Loop 534
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2204
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2204
Gr: 6-8 | 1,001 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Kerrville Disciplinary Alternative School
Alternative School
1010 Barnett St
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-1332
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-1332
Gr: 5-12
78028, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
K C J D C High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3501 Legion Dr
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2232
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2232
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78028, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78028, TX include Daniels Elementary School, Fred H Tally Elementary School and Nimitz Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78028?
6 public elementary schools are located in 78028.
What is the racial composition of students in 78028?
78028 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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