For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,021 students in 78717, TX (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,224 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 78717, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78717, TX are Patsy Sommer Elementary School, Elsa England Elementary School and Cedar Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78717 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78717, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78717, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Patsy Sommer Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
16200 Avery Ranch Blvd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 704-0600
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 704-0600
Grades: PK-5
| 874 students
Rank: #22.
Elsa England Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8801 Pearson Rd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 704-1211
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 704-1211
Grades: PK-5
| 1,012 students
Rank: #33.
Cedar Valley Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8139 Racine Trl
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 428-2300
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 428-2300
Grades: 6-8
| 1,337 students
Rank: #44.
Pearson Ranch Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8901 Pearson Ranch Rd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 464-5000
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 464-5000
Grades: 6-8
| 919 students
Rank: #55.
Rutledge Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11501 Staked Plains Dr
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 570-6500
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 570-6500
Grades: K-5
| 918 students
Rank: #66.
Harmony School Of Endeavor Austin
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13415 Fm 620 N
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 284-9880
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 284-9880
Grades: PK-12
| 961 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78717, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78717, TX include Patsy Sommer Elementary School, Elsa England Elementary School and Cedar Valley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 78717?
6 public schools are located in 78717.
What percentage of students in 78717 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 78717 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78717?
78717 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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