For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,665 students in 78724, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78724, TX are Austin Discovery School, Magnolia Montessori For All 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 23% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), 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 51爆料s (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Austin Discovery School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9303 Fm 969 Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 674-0700
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 674-0700
Gr: K-6 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Magnolia Montessori For All
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Pecan Brook Dr
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 522-2429
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 522-2429
Gr: PK-6 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Joseph Gilbert Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5412 Gilbert Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 386-3800
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 386-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Kipp Alegria Primary
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8509 Fm 969 Bldg 629
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Gr: PK-4 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Overton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7201 Colony Loop Dr
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9300
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9300
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Kipp Austin Academy Of Arts & Letters
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8509 Fm 969 Bldg A
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 501-3640
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 501-3640
Gr: 5-8 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Garcia Ymla
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7414 Johnny Morris Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9400
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9400
Gr: 6-8 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Jordan Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6711 Johnny Morris Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 414-2578
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 414-2578
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Hornsby-dunlap Elementary School
(Math: 22% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Lbj Echs
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7309 Lazy Creek Dr
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 414-2543
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 414-2543
Gr: 9-12 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Decker Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8500 Decker Ln
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 278-4150
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 278-4150
Gr: K-6 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
78724, Texas 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8509 Fm 969
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Gr: K-4
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
Gr: 6-8 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
8509 Fm 969 #676
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 708-1888
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 708-1888
Gr: PK-6 | 377 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78724, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78724, TX include Austin Discovery School, Magnolia Montessori For All 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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