Best 78741 Texas Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,507 students in 78741, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78741, TX are Allison Elementary School, Linder Elementary School and Baty Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78741 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78741, 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 78741, TX Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Allison Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
515 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 414-2004
Gr: PK-6 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Linder Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2801 Metcalfe Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 414-2398
Gr: PK-5 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Baty Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2101 Faro Dr
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 386-3450
Gr: PK-5 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78741, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78741, TX include Allison Elementary School, Linder Elementary School and Baty Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78741?
3 public preschools are located in 78741.
What is the racial composition of students in 78741?
78741 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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