Kerrville Independent School District is preparing for its largest student body in over a decade, with early enrollment numbers for the 2026-2027 school year showing a 6.2 percent increase over current figures, Superintendent Dr. Rachel Hernandez announced at Monday’s school board meeting.

The district expects to serve approximately 5,800 students next fall, up from 5,460 this year. The growth is attributed to new housing developments in the area and an influx of families drawn to the Hill Country’s quality of life and relatively affordable cost of living.

“This is a wonderful challenge to have,” Dr. Hernandez said. “Growing enrollment means our community is thriving. We’re working diligently to ensure we have the staff, facilities, and resources to give every student the education they deserve.”

The board approved the hiring of 22 additional teachers and support staff and is exploring options for portable classroom units at Tom Daniels Elementary, which is expected to see the largest enrollment increase.