For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public charter schools serving 5,691 students in 78744, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78744, TX are Idea Bluff Springs Academy, Harmony School Of Innovation - Austin and Wayside Real Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78744 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78744, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78744, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Bluff Springs Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1700 E Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Gr: K-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Harmony School Of Innovation - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2124 E St Elmo Rd #a
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 330-0895
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 330-0895
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Wayside Real Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6405 S Ih 35
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 438-7325
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 438-7325
Gr: PK-5 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Idea Bluff Springs College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 E Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Gr: 6-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Wayside Altamira Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10704 Bradshaw Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9105
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9105
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Mendez Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5106 Village Sq Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-3284
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-3284
Gr: 7-8 | 199 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Harmony School Of Excellence - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2100 E St Elmo Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 693-0000
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 693-0000
Gr: 6-12 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Kipp Austin Brave
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5107 S Ih 35 Frontage Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2225
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2225
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Kipp Paseo Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Metropolis Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Gr: 6-10 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Wayside Sci-tech Middle And High School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6405 S Ih 35
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Gr: 6-12 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Kipp Paseo Primary
Charter School
6800 Metropolis Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 766-3095
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 766-3095
Gr: PK-5 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
78744, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kipp Austin Obras (Closed)
Charter School
5107 Ih-35 S Ste A
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2069
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2069
Gr: PK-4 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78744, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78744, TX include Idea Bluff Springs Academy, Harmony School Of Innovation - Austin and Wayside Real Learning Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 78744?
12 public charter schools are located in 78744.
What is the racial composition of students in 78744?
78744 public charter schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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