For the 2026 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 11,485 students in 78753, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 680 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 78753, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78753, TX are Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Elementary School and Nyos Lamar Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78753 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78753, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78753, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Gr: 6-12 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Nyos Lamar Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12333 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 275-1593
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 275-1593
Gr: PK-5 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Nyos Lamar Secondary
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12301 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Gr: 6-12 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Idea Rundberg Academy
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Gr: K-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Hart Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8301 Furness
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 841-2100
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 841-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Copperfield Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12135 Thompkins Dr
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-5800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Graham Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11211 Tom Adams Dr
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2395
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2395
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Guerrero Thompson
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
102 E Rundberg
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-8400
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-8400
Gr: PK-5 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Cedars International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8416 N Ih-35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 419-1551
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 419-1551
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
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Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1111.
Idea Parmer Park Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1438 E Yager Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4850
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4850
Gr: K-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1212.
Barrington Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Cooper Dr
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2008
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-2008
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Harmony Science Academy - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
930 E Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 835-7900
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 835-7900
Gr: PK-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1414.
Walnut Creek Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
401 W Braker Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-4499
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-4499
Gr: PK-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1515.
John B Connally High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13212 N Lamar
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,974 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1616.
Dobie Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 E Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-3270
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-3270
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Billy Moore
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
8500 Fm 3053
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Connally
Charter School
899 Fm 632
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Diboll
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78753, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78753, TX include Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Elementary School and Nyos Lamar Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 78753?
21 public schools are located in 78753.
What percentage of students in 78753 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 78753 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78753?
78753 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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