Best 78744 Texas Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public charter schools serving 5,872 students in 78744, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78744, TX are Idea Bluff Springs Academy, Harmony School Of Innovation - Austin and Wayside Real Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78744 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78744, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78744, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Bluff Springs Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1700 E Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Gr: K-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Harmony School Of Innovation - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2124 E St Elmo Rd A
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 330-0895
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Wayside Real Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6405 S Ih 35
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 438-7325
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Idea Bluff Springs College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 E Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Gr: 6-12 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Wayside Altamira Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10704 Bradshaw Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9105
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Mendez Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5106 Village Sq Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-3284
Gr: 7-8 | 203 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Harmony School Of Excellence - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2100 E St Elmo Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 693-0000
Gr: 6-12 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Kipp Austin Brave
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5107 S Ih 35 Frontage Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2225
Gr: 9-12 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Kipp Paseo Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6800 Metropolis Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Gr: 5-9 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Wayside Sci-tech Middle And High School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6405 S Ih 35
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Gr: 6-12 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1111.
Kipp Austin Obras
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5107 Ih 35 S Ste A
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2069
Gr: PK-4 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Kipp Paseo Primary
Charter School
6800 Metropolis Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 766-3095
Gr: PK-4 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78744 Texas

78744, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Echelon (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1834 E Oltorf
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 444-8442

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78744, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78744, TX include Idea Bluff Springs Academy, Harmony School Of Innovation - Austin and Wayside Real Learning Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 78744?
12 public charter schools are located in 78744.
What is the racial composition of students in 78744?
78744 public charter schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).

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