For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,401 students in 78733, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 67 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 78733, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78733, TX are Barton Creek Elementary School and West Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78733 have an average math proficiency score of 86% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78733, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78733, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barton Creek Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1314 Patterson Rd
Austin, TX 78733
(512) 732-9180
Austin, TX 78733
(512) 732-9180
Gr: K-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
West Ridge Middle School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9201 Scenic Bluff Dr
Austin, TX 78733
(512) 732-9240
Austin, TX 78733
(512) 732-9240
Gr: 6-8 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78733, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78733, TX include Barton Creek Elementary School and West Ridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 78733?
2 public schools are located in 78733.
What percentage of students in 78733 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 78733 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78733?
78733 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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