For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,178 students in 78729, TX (there are , serving 69 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 78729, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78729, TX are Pond Springs Elementary School, Jollyville Elementary School and Mcneil High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78729 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78729, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78729, TX 51爆料s (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pond Springs Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7825 Elk Horn Mtn Trl
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-4200
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Jollyville Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6720 Corpus Christi Dr
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 428-2200
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 428-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Mcneil High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5720 Mcneil Dr
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6300
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,533 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Forest North Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13414 Broadmeade Ave
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6750
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6750
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Live Oak Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8607 Anderson Mill Rd
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 428-3800
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 428-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Deerpark Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8849 Anderson Mill Rd
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6600
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
El Daep
Alternative School
13414 Broadmeade
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-5920
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-5920
Gr: 1-5 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78729, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78729, TX include Pond Springs Elementary School, Jollyville Elementary School and Mcneil High School.
How many public schools are located in 78729?
7 public schools are located in 78729.
What percentage of students in 78729 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 78729 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78729?
78729 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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