For the 2024 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 10,338 students in 78744, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 103 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 78744, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78744, TX are Blazier Elementary School, Smith Elementary School and Palm Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78744 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78744, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78744, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Blazier Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8601 Nuckols Crossing Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-8800
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-8800
Grades: PK-6
| 1,140 students
Rank: #22.
Smith Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4209 Smith School Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3850
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3850
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
Rank: #33.
Palm Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7601 Dixie Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2545
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2545
Grades: PK-5
| 387 students
Rank: #44.
Idea Bluff Springs Academy
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1700 E Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Grades: K-5
| 675 students
Rank: #55.
Rodriguez Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Franklin Park Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-7200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-7200
Grades: PK-5
| 352 students
Rank: #66.
Idea Bluff Springs College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 E Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Grades: 6-11
| 658 students
Rank: #77.
Wayside Real Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6405 S Ih 35
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 438-7325
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 438-7325
Grades: PK-5
| 562 students
Rank: #88.
Harmony School Of Innovation - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2124 E St Elmo Rd A
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 330-0895
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 330-0895
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
Rank: #99.
Wayside Altamira Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10704 Bradshaw Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9105
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9105
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Rank: #1010.
Widen Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5605 Nuckols Crossing Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2556
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2556
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
Rank: #1111.
Harmony School Of Excellence - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2100 E St Elmo Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 693-0000
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 693-0000
Grades: 6-12
| 577 students
Rank: #1212.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5409 Ponciana Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2517
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2517
Grades: PK-5
| 485 students
Rank: #1313.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6910 E William Cannon Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3550
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3550
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: #1414.
Perez Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7500 S Pleasant Vly Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-9100
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-9100
Grades: PK-5
| 443 students
Rank: #1515.
John P Ojeda Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4900 Mckinney Falls Pkwy
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3500
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3500
Grades: 6-8
| 823 students
Rank: #1616.
Wayside Sci-tech Middle And High School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6405 S Ih 35
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Grades: 6-12
| 579 students
Rank: #1717.
Kipp Paseo Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Metropolis Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Grades: 5-7
| 208 students
Rank: #1818.
Kipp Austin Obras
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5107 Ih 35 S Ste A
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2069
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2069
Grades: PK-4
| 469 students
Rank: #1919.
Langford Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2206 Blue Meadow Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-1765
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-1765
Grades: PK-5
| 506 students
Rank: #2020.
Mendez Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5106 Village Sq Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-3284
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-3284
Grades: 6-8
| 498 students
Rank: n/an/a
5200 Freidrich Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-1700
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-1700
Grades: PK-K
| 271 students
78744, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
The Echelon (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1834 E Oltorf
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 444-8442
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 444-8442
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78744, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78744, TX include Blazier Elementary School, Smith Elementary School and Palm Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78744, TX?
21 public schools are located in 78744, TX.
What percentage of students in 78744, TX go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 78744, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78744, TX?
78744, TX public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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