For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,444 students in 78739, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 819 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 78739, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78739, TX are Clayton Elementary School, Bear Creek Elementary School and Baldwin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78739 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78739, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78739, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clayton Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7525 La Crosse Ave
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 841-9200
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 841-9200
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Bear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12801 Escarpment Blvd
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 414-0040
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 414-0040
Gr: PK-5 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Baldwin Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12200 Meridian Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 841-8900
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 841-8900
Gr: PK-5 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Kiker Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5913 La Crosse Ave
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 414-2584
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 414-2584
Gr: PK-5 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Bailey Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4020 Lost Oasis Hollow
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 414-4990
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 414-4990
Gr: 6-8 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78739, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78739, TX include Clayton Elementary School, Bear Creek Elementary School and Baldwin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78739?
5 public schools are located in 78739.
What percentage of students in 78739 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 78739 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78739?
78739 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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