For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 416 students in 78751, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 996 private students). 26% of all K-12 students in 78751, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78751, TX are Ridgetop Elementary School and Austin St Hospital. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78751 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78751, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78751, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgetop Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5005 Caswell Ave
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 414-4469
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 414-4469
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Austin St Hospital
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
904 W 45th St Bldg #638
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 414-8800
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 414-8800
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78751, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78751, TX include Ridgetop Elementary School and Austin St Hospital.
How many public schools are located in 78751?
2 public schools are located in 78751.
What percentage of students in 78751 go to public school?
26% of all K-12 students in 78751 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78751?
78751 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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