For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,931 students in 78741, TX (there are , serving 69 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 78741, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78741, TX are Idea Montopolis Academy, Idea Montopolis College Preparatory and Allison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78741 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78741, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78741, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Montopolis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Gr: K-5 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1701 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Gr: 6-12 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Allison Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
515 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 414-2004
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 414-2004
Gr: PK-6 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Linder Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Metcalfe Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 414-2398
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 414-2398
Gr: PK-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Baty Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2101 Faro Dr
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 386-3450
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 386-3450
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Gr: 8-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
78741, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
American Youthworks Charter School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
American Youthworks Service Learning Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 744-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
2410 E Riverside, Ste G
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 447-1333
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 447-1333
Gr: 5-6 | 105 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78741, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78741, TX include Idea Montopolis Academy, Idea Montopolis College Preparatory and Allison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78741?
6 public schools are located in 78741.
What percentage of students in 78741 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 78741 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78741?
78741 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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