For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,703 students in 78728, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78728, TX are Joe Lee Johnson Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School and Wells Branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78728 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78728, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78728, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joe Lee Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Sauls Dr
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 704-1411
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 704-1411
Gr: PK-5 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Northwest Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14014 Thermal Dr
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 594-4400
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 594-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Wells Branch Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14650 Merriltown Dr
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 428-3400
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 428-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78728, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78728, TX include Joe Lee Johnson Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School and Wells Branch Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78728?
3 public preschools are located in 78728.
What is the racial composition of students in 78728?
78728 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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