For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,341 students in 78738, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78738, TX are Lake Pointe Elementary School, Serene Hills Elementary School and Bee Cave Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78738 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78738, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78738, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Pointe Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11801 Sonoma Dr
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6500
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Serene Hills Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3301 Serene Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-7400
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Bee Cave Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14300 Hamilton Pool Rd
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6250
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6250
Gr: PK-5 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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 preschools in 78738, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78738, TX include Lake Pointe Elementary School, Serene Hills Elementary School and Bee Cave Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78738?
3 public preschools are located in 78738.
What is the racial composition of students in 78738?
78738 public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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