For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 240 students in Barksdale, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Barksdale, 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.
Barksdale, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Barksdale have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Barksdale, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nueces Canyon Jh/hs
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Taylor St
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 234-3524
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 234-3524
Gr: 7-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Nueces Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 E 3rd St
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 597-3218
Barksdale, TX 78828
(830) 597-3218
Gr: PK-6 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Barksdale, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Barksdale, TX include Nueces Canyon Jh/hs and Nueces Canyon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Barksdale?
2 public schools are located in Barksdale.
What is the racial composition of students in Barksdale?
Barksdale public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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