For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 3,287 students in 78717, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78717, TX are Cedar Valley Middle School, Pearson Ranch Middle School and Harmony School Of Endeavor Austin. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78717 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78717, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78717, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Valley Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8139 Racine Trl
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 428-2300
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 428-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,306 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Pearson Ranch Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8901 Pearson Ranch Rd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 464-5000
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 464-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 981 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Harmony School Of Endeavor Austin
Charter School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13415 Fm 620 N
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 284-9880
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 284-9880
Gr: PK-12 | 1,000 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78717, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78717, TX include Cedar Valley Middle School, Pearson Ranch Middle School and Harmony School Of Endeavor Austin.
How many public middle schools are located in 78717?
3 public middle schools are located in 78717.
What is the racial composition of students in 78717?
78717 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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