For the 2025 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 10,505 students in 78753, TX (there are , serving 780 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 78753, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78753, TX are Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Elementary School and Nyos Lamar Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78753 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78753, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78753, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Gr: 6-12 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Nyos Lamar Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12333 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 275-1593
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 275-1593
Gr: PK-5 | 941 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Nyos Lamar Secondary
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12301 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Gr: 6-12 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Idea Rundberg Academy
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Gr: K-5 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Hart Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8301 Furness
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 841-2100
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 841-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Copperfield Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12135 Thompkins Dr
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-5800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Graham Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11211 Tom Adams Dr
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2395
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2395
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Guerrero Thompson
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
102 E Rundberg
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-8400
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-8400
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Cedars International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8416 N Ih 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 419-1551
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 419-1551
Gr: PK-8 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
The Excel Center (For Adults)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1111.
Barrington Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Cooper Dr
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2008
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2008
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
Harmony Science Academy - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
930 E Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 835-7900
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 835-7900
Gr: PK-8 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1313.
Walnut Creek Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
401 W Braker Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-4499
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-4499
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1414.
John B Connally High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13212 N Lamar
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,817 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1515.
Dobie Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 E Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-3270
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-3270
Gr: 6-8 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Billy Moore
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
8500 Fm 3053
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Diboll
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center For Adults - Lockhart
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center For Adults - South Austin
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
78753, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1200 Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-9010
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-9010
Gr: PK | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
The Excel Center (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Excel Center Lockhart (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78753, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78753, TX include Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Elementary School and Nyos Lamar Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 78753?
20 public schools are located in 78753.
What percentage of students in 78753 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 78753 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78753?
78753 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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