For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,218 students in 78731, TX.
The top ranked public middle school in 78731, TX is Murchison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 78731 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78731, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78731, TX Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Murchison Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 N Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-3254
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-3254
Grades: 6-8
| 1,218 students
78731, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Shoal Creek (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3501 Mills Ave
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 633-0795
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 633-0795
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 78731, TX?
The top ranked public middle schools in 78731, TX include Murchison Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78731?
1 public middle schools are located in 78731.
What is the racial composition of students in 78731?
78731 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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