For the 2025-26 school year, there are 20 public elementary schools serving 10,577 students in 78744, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78744, TX are Blazier Elementary School, Smith Elementary School and Palm Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78744 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78744, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78744, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blazier Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8601 Vertex Blvd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-8800
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-8800
Gr: PK-6 | 1,232 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Smith Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4209 Smith School Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3850
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3850
Gr: PK-5 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Palm Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7601 Dixie Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2545
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2545
Gr: PK-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Idea Bluff Springs Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1700 E Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Gr: K-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Harmony School Of Innovation - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2124 E St Elmo Rd A
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 330-0895
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 330-0895
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Wayside Real Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6405 S Ih 35
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 438-7325
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 438-7325
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Idea Bluff Springs College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 E Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Gr: 6-12 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Rodriguez Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Franklin Park Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-7200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-7200
Gr: PK-6 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Wayside Altamira Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10704 Bradshaw Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9105
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9105
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1010.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6910 E William Cannon Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3550
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3550
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1111.
Harmony School Of Excellence - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2100 E St Elmo Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 693-0000
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 693-0000
Gr: 6-12 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1212.
Perez Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7500 S Pleasant Vly Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-9100
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 841-9100
Gr: PK-6 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1313.
Widen Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5605 Nuckols Crossing Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2556
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2556
Gr: PK-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1414.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5409 Ponciana Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2517
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-2517
Gr: PK-6 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1515.
Kipp Paseo Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Metropolis Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Gr: 5-9 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1616.
Wayside Sci-tech Middle And High School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6405 S Ih 35
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Gr: 6-12 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1717.
John P Ojeda Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4900 Mckinney Falls Pkwy
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3500
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 386-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1818.
Kipp Austin Obras
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5107 Ih 35 S Ste A
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2069
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2069
Gr: PK-4 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1919.
Langford Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2206 Blue Meadow Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-1765
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 414-1765
Gr: PK-6 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Kipp Paseo Primary
Charter School
6800 Metropolis Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 766-3095
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 766-3095
Gr: PK-4 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78744, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78744, TX include Blazier Elementary School, Smith Elementary School and Palm Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78744?
20 public elementary schools are located in 78744.
What is the racial composition of students in 78744?
78744 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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