For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,665 students in 78724, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 78724, TX are Magnolia Montessori For All, Austin Discovery School and Joseph Gilbert Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78724 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78724, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78724, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Magnolia Montessori For All
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5100 Pecan Brook Dr
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 522-2429
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 522-2429
Grades: PK-6
| 478 students
Rank: #22.
Austin Discovery School
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9303 Fm 969 Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 674-0700
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 674-0700
Grades: K-6
| 261 students
Rank: #33.
Joseph Gilbert Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5412 Gilbert Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 386-3800
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 386-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 682 students
Rank: #44.
Kipp Alegria Primary
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8509 Fm 969 Bldg 629
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Grades: PK-4
| 633 students
Rank: #55.
Kipp Austin Academy Of Arts & Letters
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8509 Fm 969 Bldg A
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 501-3640
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 501-3640
Grades: 5-8
| 450 students
Rank: #66.
Overton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7201 Colony Loop Dr
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9300
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9300
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
Rank: #77.
Jordan Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6711 Johnny Morris Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 414-2578
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 414-2578
Grades: PK-5
| 533 students
Rank: #88.
Garcia Ymla
(Math: 20% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7414 Johnny Morris Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9400
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9400
Grades: 6-8
| 253 students
Rank: #99.
Hornsby-dunlap Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13901 F M Rd 969
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 386-3650
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 386-3650
Grades: PK-5
| 653 students
Rank: #1010.
Lbj Echs
(Math: 11% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7309 Lazy Creek Dr
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 414-2543
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 414-2543
Grades: 9-12
| 763 students
Rank: #1111.
Decker Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8500 Decker Ln
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 278-4150
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 278-4150
Grades: K-6
| 534 students
78724, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8509 Fm 969
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
Kipp Austin Vista Middle Schools (Closed 2023)
Charter School
8509 Fm 969 Bldg 676
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-1921
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-1921
Grades: 6-8
| 115 students
8509 Fm 969 #676
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 708-1888
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 708-1888
Grades: PK-6
| 377 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78724, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78724, TX include Magnolia Montessori For All, Austin Discovery School and Joseph Gilbert Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78724?
11 public schools are located in 78724.
What is the racial composition of students in 78724?
78724 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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