For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 4,627 students in 78739, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 78739 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78739, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78739, TX Public Elementary 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 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Valor South Austin
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11720 S Mopac Expy
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 646-4170
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 646-4170
Gr: K-12 | 1,364 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
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: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78739, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78739, TX include Clayton Elementary School, Bear Creek Elementary School and Baldwin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78739?
6 public elementary schools are located in 78739.
What is the racial composition of students in 78739?
78739 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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