For the 2025 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 10,505 students in 78753, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 780 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 78753, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78753, TX are Nyos Lamar Elementary School, Idea Rundberg College Preparatory and Nyos Lamar Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78753 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78753, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78753, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nyos Lamar Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12333 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 275-1593
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 275-1593
Grades: PK-5
| 941 students
Rank: #22.
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Grades: 6-12
| 764 students
Rank: #33.
Nyos Lamar Secondary
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12301 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Grades: 6-12
| 786 students
Rank: #44.
Graham Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11211 Tom Adams Dr
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2395
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2395
Grades: PK-5
| 477 students
Rank: #55.
Guerrero Thompson
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
102 E Rundberg
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-8400
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-8400
Grades: PK-5
| 511 students
Rank: #66.
Hart Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8301 Furness
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 841-2100
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 841-2100
Grades: PK-5
| 555 students
Rank: #77.
Cedars International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8416 N Ih 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 419-1551
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 419-1551
Grades: PK-8
| 349 students
Rank: #88.
Copperfield Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12135 Thompkins Dr
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-5800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 471 students
Rank: #99.
The Excel Center (For Adults)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 506 students
Rank: #1010.
Idea Rundberg Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Grades: K-5
| 682 students
Rank: #1111.
Harmony Science Academy - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
930 E Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 835-7900
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 835-7900
Grades: PK-8
| 699 students
Rank: #1212.
Walnut Creek Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 W Braker Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-4499
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-4499
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
Rank: #1313.
Barrington Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Cooper Dr
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2008
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2008
Grades: PK-5
| 355 students
Rank: #1414.
John B Connally High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13212 N Lamar
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,817 students
Rank: #1515.
Dobie Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 E Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-3270
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-3270
Grades: 6-8
| 544 students
Rank: n/an/a
Billy Moore
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
8500 Fm 3053
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 140 students
Rank: n/an/a
Connally
Charter School
899 Fm 632
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Diboll
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 69 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center For Adults - Lockhart
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 193 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center For Adults - South Austin
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 109 students
78753, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1200 Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-9010
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-9010
Grades: PK
| 217 students
The Excel Center (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 118 students
Excel Center Lockhart (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 13 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78753, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78753, TX include Nyos Lamar Elementary School, Idea Rundberg College Preparatory and Nyos Lamar Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 78753?
20 public schools are located in 78753.
What percentage of students in 78753 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 78753 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78753?
78753 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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