For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,520 students in 78724, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78724, TX are Austin Discovery School, Magnolia Montessori For All and Joseph Gilbert Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78724 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78724, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78724, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Austin Discovery School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9303 Fm 969 Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 674-0700
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 674-0700
Gr: K-6 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Magnolia Montessori For All
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Pecan Brook Dr
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 522-2429
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 522-2429
Gr: PK-6 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Joseph Gilbert Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5412 Gilbert Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 386-3800
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 386-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Kipp Alegria Primary
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8509 Fm 969 Bldg 629
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 651-2168
Gr: PK-4 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Overton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7201 Colony Loop Dr
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9300
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9300
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Kipp Austin Academy Of Arts & Letters
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8509 Fm 969 Bldg A
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 501-3640
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 501-3640
Gr: 5-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Garcia Ymla
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7414 Johnny Morris Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9400
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 841-9400
Gr: 6-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Jordan Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6711 Johnny Morris Rd
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 414-2578
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 414-2578
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Hornsby-dunlap Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13901 F M Rd 969
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 386-3650
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 386-3650
Gr: PK-5 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1010.
Decker Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8500 Decker Ln
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 278-4150
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 278-4150
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78724, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78724, TX include Austin Discovery School, Magnolia Montessori For All and Joseph Gilbert Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78724?
10 public elementary schools are located in 78724.
What is the racial composition of students in 78724?
78724 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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