For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 5,613 students in 78759, TX (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,278 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 78759, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78759, TX are Laurel Mountain Elementary School, Canyon Vista Middle School and Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78759 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78759, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78759, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurel Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10111 Dk Ranch Rd
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-4300
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Canyon Vista Middle School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8455 Spicewood Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-8100
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-8100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Hill Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8601 Tallwood Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2369
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2369
Gr: PK-5 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Kathy Caraway Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11104 Oak View Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-5500
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Anderson High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8403 Mesa Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2538
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2538
Gr: 9-12 | 2,223 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78759, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78759, TX include Laurel Mountain Elementary School, Canyon Vista Middle School and Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78759?
5 public schools are located in 78759.
What percentage of students in 78759 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 78759 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78759?
78759 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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