For the 2024-25 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 5,238 students in 78724, TX.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 78724 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78724, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78724, TX Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
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
| 456 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
| 332 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
| 669 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
| 698 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
| 467 students
Rank: #66.
Texas Empowerment Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6414 N Hampton
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 494-1076
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 494-1076
Grades: PK-2
| 157 students
Rank: #77.
Kipp Austin Vista Middle Schools
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8509 Fm 969 Bldg 676
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-1921
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-1921
Grades: 6-8
| 115 students
Rank: #88.
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
| 424 students
Rank: #99.
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
| 555 students
Rank: #1010.
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
| 257 students
Rank: #1111.
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
| 599 students
Rank: #1212.
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: PK-6
| 509 students
78724, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Kipp Austin Leadership Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
8509 Fm 969
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
Texas Academy Of Excellence (Closed 2005)
Charter School
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 elementary schools in 78724, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78724, TX include Magnolia Montessori For All, Austin Discovery School and Joseph Gilbert Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78724?
12 public elementary schools are located in 78724.
What is the racial composition of students in 78724?
78724 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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