For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public charter schools serving 5,238 students in 78753, TX.
The top ranked public charter 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 charter schools in zipcode 78753 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78753, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78753, TX Public Charter 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.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: 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 charter schools in 78753, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in 78753, TX include Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Elementary School and Nyos Lamar Secondary.
How many public charter schools are located in 78753?
12 public charter schools are located in 78753.
What is the racial composition of students in 78753?
78753 public charter schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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