For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,244 students in 78721, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 16 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 78721, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78721, TX are Lasa High School, Ortega Elementary School and Idea Health Professions College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78721 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78721, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78721, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lasa High School
(Math: 91% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1012 Arthur Stiles Rd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2589
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2589
Grades: 9-12
| 1,518 students
Rank: #22.
Ortega Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1135 Garland Ave
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-4417
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-4417
Grades: PK-6
| 256 students
Rank: #33.
Idea Health Professions College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5816 Wilcab Rd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 822-4350
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 822-4350
Grades: 6-10
| 298 students
Rank: #44.
Texas Empowerment Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6414 N Hampton Dr
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 494-1076
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 494-1076
Grades: 3-12
| 253 students
Rank: #55.
Norman-sims Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4001 Tannehill Ln
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2347
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2347
Grades: PK-5
| 275 students
Rank: #66.
Idea Health Professions Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5816 Wilcab Rd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 822-4350
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 822-4350
Grades: K-5
| 265 students
Rank: #77.
The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5800 Mlk Blvd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 287-5000
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 287-5000
Grades: PK-6
| 179 students
Rank: #88.
The East Austin College Prep At Mlk
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5800 E Martin Luther King Jr B
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 287-5050
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 287-5050
Grades: 7-12
| 200 students
78721, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1012 Arthur Stiles
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-5810
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-5810
Grades: 9-11
| 260 students
1203 Springdale Rd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-4488
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-4488
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78721, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78721, TX include Lasa High School, Ortega Elementary School and Idea Health Professions College Preparatory.
How many public schools are located in 78721?
8 public schools are located in 78721.
What percentage of students in 78721 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 78721 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78721?
78721 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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