For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,125 students in 78759, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78759, TX are Laurel Mountain Elementary School, Hill Elementary School and Kathy Caraway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78759 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78759, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78759, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurel Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10111 Dk Ranch Rd
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-4300
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Hill Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8601 Tallwood Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2369
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2369
Gr: PK-5 | 862 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Kathy Caraway Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11104 Oak View Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-5500
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78759, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78759, TX include Laurel Mountain Elementary School, Hill Elementary School and Kathy Caraway Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78759?
3 public preschools are located in 78759.
What is the racial composition of students in 78759?
78759 public preschools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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