For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,072 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 42%), 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78028, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Daniels Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2002 Singing Wind Dr
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2208
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2208
Grades: K-5
| 532 students
Rank: #22.
Fred H Tally Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1840 Goat Creek Pkwy
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2222
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2222
Grades: K-5
| 529 students
Rank: #33.
Nimitz Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Valley View
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2209
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2209
Grades: K-5
| 537 students
Rank: #44.
Starkey Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1030 W Main St
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2210
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2210
Grades: K-5
| 458 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 1,016 students
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
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
78028, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
605 Tivy St
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2207
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-2207
Grades: 6
| n/a students
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
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
907 Main St
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-6707
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-6707
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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