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Best 78702 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 4,626 students in 78702, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78702, TX are Kealing Middle School, University Of Texas El Charter School and Alternative Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78702 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78702, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78702, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kealing Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1607 Pennsylvania Ave
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-3214
Gr: 6-8 | 1,196 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
University Of Texas El Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2200 E 6th St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 495-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4900 Gonzales St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-2554
Gr: 6-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3101 S Austin Ave
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 751-4534
Gr: 1-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Blackshear Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1712 E 11th St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-2021
Gr: PK-5 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Helping Hand
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3805 Ave B
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 751-4534
Gr: 1-7 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Zavala Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
310 Robert Martinez Jr St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-2318
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Govalle Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3601 Govalle Ave
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-2078
Gr: PK-6 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Garza Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1600 Chicon
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-8600
Gr: 10-12 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #1010.
Sanchez Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
73 San Marcos St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-4423
Gr: PK-6 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Martin Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1601 Haskell St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-3243
Gr: 7-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Eastside Early College High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
900 Thompson St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-5810
Gr: 9-12 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1313.
Oak Springs Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3601 Webberville Rd
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-4413
Gr: PK-5 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1414.
Texans Can Academy - Austin
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2406 Rosewood Ave
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 477-4226
Gr: 9-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Austin Isd Prek Partnership (Pkp)
Charter School
2000 E Martin Luther King Jr B
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 472-6267
Gr: PK | 162 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Travis County J J A E P
Alternative School
4900 Gonzales St
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 414-2554
Gr: 7-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78702, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78702, TX include Kealing Middle School, University Of Texas El Charter School and Alternative Learning Center.
How many public schools are located in 78702?
16 public schools are located in 78702.
What is the racial composition of students in 78702?
78702 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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