For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,702 students in 78738, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78738, TX are Bee Cave Middle School and Hudson Bend Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78738 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78738, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78738, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bee Cave Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5400 Vail Divide
Austin, TX 78738
(737) 931-2400
Austin, TX 78738
(737) 931-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 862 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Hudson Bend Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15600 Lariat Trl
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6400
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 840 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
78738, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Travis County J J A E P Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
3322 Ranch Rd 620 S
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6000
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6000
Gr: 10 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78738, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78738, TX include Bee Cave Middle School and Hudson Bend Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78738?
2 public middle schools are located in 78738.
What is the racial composition of students in 78738?
78738 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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