Public School Review - Established 2003

Best Travis County Public Charter Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 77 public charter schools serving 29,646 students in Travis County, TX.
The top ranked public charter schools in Travis County, TX are Basis Austin, Chaparral Star Academy and Basis Austin Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Travis County, TX public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in Travis County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Charter Schools in Travis County (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Austin
Charter School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1605 Kramer Ln
Austin, TX 78758
(737) 263-5890
Gr: 3-8 | 211 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Chaparral Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
14046 Summit Dr
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 989-2672
Gr: K-12 | 360 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Basis Austin Primary
Charter School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1605 Kramer Ln
Austin, TX 78758
(737) 263-5890
Gr: K-2 | 201 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Valor North Austin
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
14200 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 646-4168
Gr: K-11 | 996 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Valor South Austin
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
220 Foremost Dr
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 646-4170
Gr: K-12 | 827 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
12200 Anderson Mill Rd
Austin, TX 78726
(512) 494-5151
Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Gr: 6-12 | 764 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Nyos Lamar Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
12333 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 275-1593
Gr: PK-5 | 941 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #99.
Wayside Eden Park Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6215 Menchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 220-9106
Gr: PK-5 | 271 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1010.
Harmony School Of Science - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
11800 Stonehollow Dr Ste 100
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 821-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1111.
Nyos Lamar Secondary
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12301 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Gr: 6-12 | 786 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #1212.
University Of Texas El Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2200 E 6th St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 495-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1313.
Travis Hts Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2010 Alameda Dr
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-4495
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #1414.
Trinity Charter Schools-fort Worth Campus-e Semina
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2461 E Seminary Dr
Austin, TX 78754
(512) 706-7566
Gr: K-12
Rank: #1515.
Harmony Science Academy-pflugerville
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1421 Wells Branch Pkwy W Ste 2
Pflugerville, TX 78660
(512) 251-5000
Gr: 6-12 | 795 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1616.
University High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2007 University Dr
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 751-4534
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #1717.
Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3101 S Austin Ave
Austin, TX 78702
(254) 471-4864
Gr: 4-12 | 12 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #18 - 1918. - 19.
Trinity Charter Schools - Angleton Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1380 Jimmy Phillips
Austin, TX 78754
(512) 706-7566
Gr: 2-8 | 11 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #18 - 1918. - 19.
Trinity Charter Schools - Fort Worth Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3001 Grayson St
Austin, TX 78754
(512) 706-7566
Gr: K-12
Rank: #2020.
Idea Pflugerville Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1901 E Wells Branch Pkwy
Pflugerville, TX 78660
(512) 822-4700
Gr: K-5 | 660 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #2121.
Idea Montopolis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1701 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Gr: K-5 | 679 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #2222.
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: #2323.
Idea Rundberg Academy
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Gr: K-5 | 682 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2424.
Austin Discovery School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
9303 Fm 969 Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 674-0700
Gr: K-6 | 261 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #2525.
Magnolia Montessori For All
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5100 Pecan Brook Dr
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 522-2429
Gr: PK-6 | 478 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #2626.
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1701 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Gr: 6-12 | 753 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #2727.
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: #2828.
Idea Health Professions College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5816 Wilcab Rd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 822-4350
Gr: 6-10 | 298 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #2929.
Cedars International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8416 N Ih 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 419-1551
Gr: PK-8 | 349 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #3030.
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6700 Middle Fiskville Rd
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 956-4406
Gr: 9-12 | 112 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #3131.
Idea Pflugerville College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1901 E Wells Branch Pkwy
Pflugerville, TX 78660
(512) 822-4700
Gr: 6-11 | 583 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #3232.
The Excel Center (For Adults)
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 506 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #3333.
Austin Oaks
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1407 W Stassney Ln
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 444-4835
Gr: 7-12 | 11 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #3434.
Texas Empowerment Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6414 N Hampton Dr
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 494-1076
Gr: 3-12 | 253 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Rank: #3535.
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%
Show 42 more public schools in Travis County, TX (out of 77 total schools)
Loading...
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Travis County, TX

Travis County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Allan Elementary School (Closed 2014)
4900 Gonzales St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-2304
Gr: PK | 44 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Alter Learning Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1401 A W Pecan St
Pflugerville, TX 78660
(512) 594-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 212 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Alter Learning Middle School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1401 A W Pecan
Pflugerville, TX 78660
(512) 594-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 18 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
American Youthworks Charter School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
Charter School
216 East 4th St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 744-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 156 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
American Youthworks Charter School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
Charter School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 279 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
American Youthworks Service Learning Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 170 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Austin Can Academy Charter School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
2406 Rosewood
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 477-4226
Gr: 9-12 | 390 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Austin College Preparatory (Closed 2005)
2410 E Riverside, Ste G
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 447-1333
Gr: 5-6 | 105 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Brooke Elementary School (Closed 2023)
3100 E 4th St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-2043
Gr: PK-5
Cross Creek (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
8402 Cross Park Dr
Austin, TX 78754
(512) 997-8872
Gr: 7-11 | 4 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Dell Children's Medical Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
4900 Mueller Blvd
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 324-0000
Gr: PK-12
Dobie Pk Center (Closed 2020)
1200 Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-9010
Gr: PK | 217 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Eastside Memorial Global Technical High School (Closed 2012)
1012 Arthur Stiles
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-5810
Gr: 9-11 | 260 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
The Echelon (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1834 E Oltorf
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 444-8442
The Excel Center (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Excel Center Lockhart (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
The George Kozmetsky School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
P O Box 7667
Austin, TX 78713
(512) 232-7694
Gr: K-8 | 13 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
George M Kozmetsky School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2200 E 6th St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 997-8872
Gr: 2 | 1 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
Graduation Prep Academy Travis (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1211 E Oltorf
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-6635
Gr: 9-12
Idea Allan Academy (Closed 2014)
4900 Gonzales
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-2304
Gr: K-2 | 334 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Idea Allan College Prep (Closed 2014)
4900 Gonzales
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-6120
Gr: 6 | 215 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Joslin Elementary School (Closed 2021)
4500 Manchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 414-2094
Gr: PK-5
Kenny Dorham School For The Pe (Closed 2004)
1701 E 12th St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 926-1166
Kipp Austin Leadership Elementary School (Closed 2023)
8509 Fm 969
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Gr: K-4
Kipp Austin Vista Middle Schools (Closed 2023)
Charter School
8509 Fm 969 Bldg 676
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-1921
Gr: 6-8 | 115 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
La Hacienda Solutions (Closed 2004)
10435 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 232-1872
Gr: 6-12 | 1 student
Learn4life-austin (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
901 E 12th St
Austin, TX 78702
(816) 695-5575
Gr: 9-12
Mainspring Schools (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1100 W Live Oak St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-1700
Gr: PK | 25 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Mccullough Academy Of Excellence (Closed 2008)
1605 Kramer Ln
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 977-9200
Gr: K-5 | 125 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Meridell (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
P O Box 7667
Austin, TX 78713
(512) 232-7695
Gr: K-12 | 95 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Metz Elementary School (Closed 2024)
84 Robert Martinez Jr St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-4408
Gr: PK-5 | 172 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Miracle Farm High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
10802 Fm 2621
Austin, TX 78713
(512) 232-5652
Gr: 7-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Munday (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
4800 Manor Rd
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 997-8872
Gr: 7-12 | 7 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
National Elite Gymnastics (Closed 2013)
7632 Hwy 71 West
Austin, TX 78735
(512) 288-9722
Gr: 3-10 | 9 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
New Pre-k Center (Closed 2020)
600 E Parsons
Manor, TX 78653
(512) 278-4269
Gr: PK | 13 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Show 30 more closed public schools in Travis County, TX (out of 65 total schools)
Loading...

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public charter schools in Travis County, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in Travis County, TX include Basis Austin, Chaparral Star Academy and Basis Austin Primary.
How many public charter schools are located in Travis County?
77 public charter schools are located in Travis County.
What is the racial composition of students in Travis County?
Travis County public charter schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Which public charter schools in Travis County are often viewed compared to one another?

Recent Articles

Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children’s wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we’ll take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.

Quick Links

School Search Tools:
School by Type (TX):
Private & Boarding Schools:
State Links:

Most Popular Articles

Understanding Self-Contained Classrooms in Public Schools
Understanding Self-Contained Classrooms in Public Schools
 Freshmen Orientation: Helping Your Rising 9th Grader Prepare for High School
Freshmen Orientation: Helping Your Rising 9th Grader Prepare for High...
School Rankings by Category
School Rankings by Category
 Uniforms: The Pros and Cons
Uniforms: The Pros and Cons
 A Relevant History of Public Education in the United States
A Relevant History of Public Education in the United States

More Articles

Parenting and Learning Issues
Public School Policies
Teaching
Public School Jobs
Scholarships