For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,240 students in 78703, TX (there are , serving 621 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 78703, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78703, TX are Casis Elementary School, Bryker Woods Elementary School and Mathews Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78703 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78703, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78703, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Casis Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2710 Exposition Blvd
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-2062
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-2062
Gr: PK-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Bryker Woods Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3309 Kerbey Ln
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-2054
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-2054
Gr: K-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Mathews Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
906 W Lynn St
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-4406
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-4406
Gr: PK-6 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
O Henry Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2610 W 10th St
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-3229
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-3229
Gr: 6-8 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Austin High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1715 W Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-2505
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-2505
Gr: 9-12 | 2,296 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Austin St Hospital
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1111 W 6th St
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 499-1700
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 499-1700
Gr: 6-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Travis County J J A E P
Alternative School
1111 W 6th St
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 499-1700
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 499-1700
Gr: 9-11 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78703, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78703, TX include Casis Elementary School, Bryker Woods Elementary School and Mathews Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78703?
7 public schools are located in 78703.
What percentage of students in 78703 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 78703 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78703?
78703 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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