For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 960 students in 78721, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78721, TX are Ortega Elementary School, Harris Elementary School and Norman-sims Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78721 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78721, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78721, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ortega Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1135 Garland Ave
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-4417
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-4417
Gr: PK-6 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Harris Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1203 Springdale Rd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2085
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2085
Gr: PK-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Norman-sims Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4001 Tannehill Ln
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2347
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2347
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5800 Mlk Blvd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 287-5000
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 287-5000
Gr: PK-6 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78721, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78721, TX include Ortega Elementary School, Harris Elementary School and Norman-sims Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78721?
4 public preschools are located in 78721.
What is the racial composition of students in 78721?
78721 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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