For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,498 students in 78728, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78728, TX are Chaparral Star Academy and Valor North Austin. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78728 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78728, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78728, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chaparral Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14046 Summit Dr
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 989-2672
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 989-2672
Gr: K-12 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Valor North Austin
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14200 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 646-4168
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 646-4168
Gr: K-12 | 1,134 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78728, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78728, TX include Chaparral Star Academy and Valor North Austin.
How many public middle schools are located in 78728?
2 public middle schools are located in 78728.
What is the racial composition of students in 78728?
78728 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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