6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Bandera, Texas

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 4

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.6/10
Median household income: $54,500
Median home value: $233,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Avg commute: 43 min
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Bandera compares

Texas rank

#388 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$55k

73% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Bandera, Texas

Bandera, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Bandera show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Bandera is Hill Country EL with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Bandera is served by 1 school district: BANDERA ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,338 students.

Bandera's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,500. The poverty rate in the area is 19.0%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (4) Elementary (2) Middle (1) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (4) Public (4)

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Filter by ZIP: 78003 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	HILL COUNTRY EL 487 students · Pre-K–5th	487	Pre-K–5th	8.6
2	ALKEK EL 616 students · Pre-K–5th	616	Pre-K–5th	5.3

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BANDERA MIDDLE 525 students · 6th–8th	525	6th–8th	5.7

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BANDERA H S 710 students · 9th–12th	710	9th–12th	6.7

Schools in Bandera

Bandera, Texas · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$54,500

Median Home Value

$233,100

Median Rent

$1,096/mo

Population

9,594

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

43 min

Poverty Rate

19.0%

Community Profile

Bandera has a median household income of $54,500. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $233,100, with a median rent of $1,096/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.0%. The average commute in the area is 43 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 4
Elementary: 2
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Resources

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School District

BANDERA ISD

4 schools · 2,338 students

Nearby Cities

Pipe Creek (1 school)

5 mi

Medina (1 school)

14 mi

Center Point (3 schools)

Kerrville (11 schools)

Castroville (6 schools)

26 mi

Fair Oaks Ranch (2 schools)

Other Major Cities in Texas

Top metros statewide by school count.

San Antonio 616 schools Dallas 480 schools Austin 339 schools Fort Worth 288 schools EL Paso 239 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Bandera, Texas

How many schools are in Bandera, Texas?

Bandera has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Bandera, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bandera is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Bandera, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Bandera on MySchoolScout is Hill Country EL with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Bandera, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Bandera on MySchoolScout is Hill Country EL with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Bandera, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Bandera on MySchoolScout is Bandera Middle with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best high school in Bandera, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Bandera on MySchoolScout is Bandera H S with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Bandera, Texas?

Bandera is served by 1 school district: Bandera ISD.

What is the education level in Bandera, Texas?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Bandera have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Bandera, Texas?

The median household income in Bandera is approximately $54,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Bandera, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bandera is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bandera, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.