For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,498 students in 78741, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78741, TX are Idea Montopolis Academy and Idea Montopolis College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78741 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78741, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78741, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Montopolis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Gr: K-5 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1701 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Gr: 6-12 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Gr: 8-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
78741, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
American Youthworks Charter School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
American Youthworks Service Learning Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
2410 E Riverside, Ste G
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 447-1333
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 447-1333
Gr: 5-6 | 105 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78741, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78741, TX include Idea Montopolis Academy and Idea Montopolis College Preparatory.
How many public charter schools are located in 78741?
3 public charter schools are located in 78741.
What is the racial composition of students in 78741?
78741 public charter schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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