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Best 78746 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,203 students in 78746, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,374 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 78746, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78746, TX are Hill Country Middle School, Westlake High School and Cedar Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78746 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78746, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78746, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hill Country Middle School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1300 Walsh Tarleton Rd
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 732-9220
Gr: 6-8 | 946 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Westlake High School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
4100 Westbank Dr
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 732-9280
Gr: 9-12 | 2,854 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Cedar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3301 Pinnacle Rd
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 732-9120
Gr: K-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Forest Trail Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1203 Loop 360 S
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 732-9160
Gr: K-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Eanes Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4101 Bee Cave Rd
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 732-9100
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Bridge Point Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
6401 Cedar St
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 732-9200
Gr: K-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #77.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1201 Loop 360 S
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 732-9140
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Adult Transition Services
Alternative School
1020 Walsh Tarleton
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 732-9020
Gr: 12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78746, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78746, TX include Hill Country Middle School, Westlake High School and Cedar Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78746?
8 public schools are located in 78746.
What percentage of students in 78746 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 78746 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78746?
78746 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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