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Best 78753 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 4,674 students in 78753, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78753, TX are Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Secondary and The Excel Center (For Adults). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78753 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78753, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78753 have a Graduation Rate of 56%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nyos Lamar Secondary, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78753, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Gr: 6-12 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Nyos Lamar Secondary
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12301 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Gr: 6-12 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
The Excel Center (For Adults)
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
John B Connally High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
13212 N Lamar
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,974 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Billy Moore
Alternative School
Charter School
8500 Fm 3053
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Connally
Charter School
899 Fm 632
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Diboll
Alternative School
Charter School
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center For Adults - Lockhart
Alternative School
Charter School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center For Adults - South Austin
Alternative School
Charter School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78753, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78753, TX include Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Secondary and The Excel Center (For Adults).
How many public high schools are located in 78753?
9 public high schools are located in 78753.
What is the racial composition of students in 78753?
78753 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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