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Best 78704 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 5,841 students in 78704, TX (there are 7 private schools, serving 826 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 78704, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78704, TX are Barton Hills Elementary School, Becker Elementary School and Zilker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78704 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78704, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78704, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barton Hills Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2108 Barton Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2013
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Becker Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
906 W Milton
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2019
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Zilker Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1900 Bluebonnet Ln
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2327
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Richards School For Young Women Leaders
Alternative School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2309 Panther Trail
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-3236
Gr: 6-12 | 920 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Travis Hts Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2010 Alameda Dr
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-4495
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
Leadership Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2515 S Congress
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2554
Gr: 8-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Lively Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
201 E Mary St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-3207
Gr: 6-8 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Graduation Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1211 E Oltorf St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-6635
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #99.
Galindo Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3800 S 2nd St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-1756
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
Travis County Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2515 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2554
Gr: 7-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1111.
Dawson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3001 S 1st St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2070
Gr: PK-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1212.
Texas School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1102 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 462-5353
Gr: PK-12 | 500 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1313.
Travis Early College High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1211 E Oltorf St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2527
Gr: 9-12 | 1,011 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Daep- Elementary School
Alternative School
906 W Milton
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2554
Gr: 5 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78704, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78704, TX include Barton Hills Elementary School, Becker Elementary School and Zilker Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78704?
14 public schools are located in 78704.
What percentage of students in 78704 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 78704 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78704?
78704 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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