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Best 78727 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,665 students in 78727, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 258 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 78727, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78727, TX are Summitt Elementary School, Davis Elementary School and Parmer Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78727 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 78727, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78727, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summitt Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
12207 Brigadoon Ln
Austin, TX 78727
(512) 414-4484
Gr: PK-5 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Davis Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5214 Duval Rd
Austin, TX 78727
(512) 414-2580
Gr: PK-5 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Parmer Lane Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1806 Parmer Ln
Austin, TX 78727
(512) 594-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Westview Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1805 Scofield Ln
Austin, TX 78727
(512) 594-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78727, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78727, TX include Summitt Elementary School, Davis Elementary School and Parmer Lane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78727?
4 public schools are located in 78727.
What percentage of students in 78727 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 78727 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78727?
78727 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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