For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 5,629 students in 78759, TX (there are , serving 1,454 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 78759, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78759, TX are Laurel Mountain Elementary School, Canyon Vista Middle School and Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78759 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78759, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78759, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Laurel Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10111 Dk Ranch Rd
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-4300
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 811 students
Rank: #22.
Canyon Vista Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8455 Spicewood Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-8100
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-8100
Grades: 6-8
| 1,337 students
Rank: #33.
Hill Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8601 Tallwood Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2369
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2369
Grades: PK-5
| 862 students
Rank: #44.
Kathy Caraway Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11104 Oak View Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-5500
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-5500
Grades: PK-5
| 452 students
Rank: #55.
Anderson High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8403 Mesa Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2538
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2538
Grades: 9-12
| 2,167 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78759, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78759, TX include Laurel Mountain Elementary School, Canyon Vista Middle School and Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78759?
5 public schools are located in 78759.
What percentage of students in 78759 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 78759 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78759?
78759 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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