For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 450 students in 78705, TX (there are , serving 556 private students). 45% of all K-12 students in 78705, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78705, TX are Lee Elementary School and University High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78705 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78705, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78705, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lee Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3308 Hampton Rd
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 414-2098
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 414-2098
Gr: K-6 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
University High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2007 University Dr
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 751-4534
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 751-4534
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78705, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78705, TX include Lee Elementary School and University High School.
How many public schools are located in 78705?
2 public schools are located in 78705.
What percentage of students in 78705 go to public school?
45% of all K-12 students in 78705 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78705?
78705 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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