For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,786 students in 78731, TX (there are , serving 1,034 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 78731, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78731, TX are Highland Park Elementary School, Doss Elementary School and Murchison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78731 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78731, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78731, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4900 Fairview Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2090
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2090
Grades: K-5
| 651 students
Rank: #22.
Doss Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7005 Northledge Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2365
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2365
Grades: PK-5
| 917 students
Rank: #33.
Murchison Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 N Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-3254
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-3254
Grades: 6-8
| 1,218 students
78731, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Shoal Creek (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3501 Mills Ave
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 633-0795
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 633-0795
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78731, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78731, TX include Highland Park Elementary School, Doss Elementary School and Murchison Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 78731?
3 public schools are located in 78731.
What percentage of students in 78731 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 78731 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78731?
78731 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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