For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,788 students in 78731, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 883 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 78731, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78731, TX are Highland Park Elementary School, Doss Elementary School and Murchison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78731 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78731, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78731, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4900 Fairview Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2090
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2090
Gr: PK-5 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Doss Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7005 Northledge Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2365
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2365
Gr: PK-5 | 930 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Murchison Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 N Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-3254
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-3254
Gr: 6-8 | 1,209 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78731, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78731, TX include Highland Park Elementary School, Doss Elementary School and Murchison Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 78731?
3 public schools are located in 78731.
What percentage of students in 78731 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 78731 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78731?
78731 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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