For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 3,134 students in 78744, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78744, TX are Idea Bluff Springs College Preparatory, Mendez Middle School and Harmony School Of Excellence - Austin. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78744 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78744, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78744, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Bluff Springs College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 E Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Gr: 6-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Mendez Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5106 Village Sq Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-3284
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-3284
Gr: 7-8 | 199 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 6-12 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Kipp Paseo Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Metropolis Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Gr: 6-10 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Wayside Sci-tech Middle And High School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6405 S Ih 35
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Gr: 6-12 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
John P Ojeda Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4900 Mckinney Falls Pkwy
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3500
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
78744, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78744, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78744, TX include Idea Bluff Springs College Preparatory, Mendez Middle School and Harmony School Of Excellence - Austin.
How many public middle schools are located in 78744?
6 public middle schools are located in 78744.
What is the racial composition of students in 78744?
78744 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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