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Best 78738 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 7,486 students in 78738, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 150 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 78738, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78738, TX are Bee Cave Middle School, Lake Pointe Elementary School and Lake Travis High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78738 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78738, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78738, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bee Cave Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5400 Vail Divide
Austin, TX 78738
(737) 931-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Lake Pointe Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
11801 Sonoma Dr
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Lake Travis High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3324 Ranch Rd 620 S
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 3,569 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Serene Hills Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3301 Serene Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Bee Cave Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
14300 Hamilton Pool Rd
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6250
Gr: PK-5 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
Hudson Bend Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15600 Lariat Trl
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78738, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78738, TX include Bee Cave Middle School, Lake Pointe Elementary School and Lake Travis High School.
How many public schools are located in 78738?
6 public schools are located in 78738.
What percentage of students in 78738 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 78738 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78738?
78738 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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