For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,659 students in 78739, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 78739, TX are Clayton Elementary School, Baldwin Elementary School and Bear Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78739 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78739, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78739, TX Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clayton Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7525 La Crosse Ave
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 841-9200
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 841-9200
Grades: PK-5
| 675 students
Rank: #22.
Baldwin Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12200 Meridian Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 841-8900
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 841-8900
Grades: PK-5
| 606 students
Rank: #33.
Bear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12801 Escarpment Blvd
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 414-0040
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 414-0040
Grades: PK-5
| 582 students
Rank: #44.
Kiker Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5913 La Crosse Ave
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 414-2584
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 414-2584
Grades: PK-5
| 796 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 78739, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 78739, TX include Clayton Elementary School, Baldwin Elementary School and Bear Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78739?
4 public preschools are located in 78739.
What is the racial composition of students in 78739?
78739 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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