For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 7,720 students in 78738, TX (there are 8 private schools, serving 570 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 78738, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78738, TX are Bee Cave Middle School, Lake Pointe Elementary School and Bee Cave Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78738 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78738, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78738, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bee Cave Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5400 Vail Divide
Austin, TX 78738
(737) 931-2400
Austin, TX 78738
(737) 931-2400
Grades: 6-8
| 862 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Pointe Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11801 Sonoma Dr
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6500
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6500
Grades: PK-5
| 757 students
Rank: #33.
Bee Cave Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14300 Hamilton Pool Rd
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6250
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6250
Grades: PK-5
| 826 students
Rank: #44.
Serene Hills Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3301 Serene Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-7400
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-7400
Grades: PK-5
| 758 students
Rank: #55.
Lake Travis High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3324 Ranch Rd 620 S
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6100
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 3,677 students
Rank: #66.
Hudson Bend Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15600 Lariat Trl
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6400
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6400
Grades: 6-8
| 840 students
78738, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Travis County J J A E P Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
3322 Ranch Rd 620 S
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6000
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6000
Grades: 10
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78738, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78738, TX include Bee Cave Middle School, Lake Pointe Elementary School and Bee Cave Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78738?
6 public schools are located in 78738.
What percentage of students in 78738 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 78738 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78738?
78738 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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