For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 188 students in 78163, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 612 private students). 5% of all K-12 students in 78163, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78163, TX are Hill Country College Prep High School and Sjrc Texas. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78163 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78163, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78163, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hill Country College Prep High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3615 Mustang Vista
Bulverde, TX 78163
(830) 221-2000
Bulverde, TX 78163
(830) 221-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Sjrc Texas
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 Ridge Creek Ln
Bulverde, TX 78163
(512) 471-4365
Bulverde, TX 78163
(512) 471-4365
Gr: 6-11 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78163, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78163, TX include Hill Country College Prep High School and Sjrc Texas.
How many public schools are located in 78163?
2 public schools are located in 78163.
What percentage of students in 78163 go to public school?
5% of all K-12 students in 78163 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78163?
78163 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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