For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 4,384 students in 78753, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78753, TX are Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Secondary and The Excel Center (For Adults). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78753 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78753, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78753 have a Graduation Rate of 56%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nyos Lamar Secondary, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78753, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Grades: 6-12
| 764 students
Rank: #22.
Nyos Lamar Secondary
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12301 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Grades: 6-12
| 786 students
Rank: #33.
The Excel Center (For Adults)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 506 students
Rank: #44.
John B Connally High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13212 N Lamar
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,817 students
Rank: n/an/a
Billy Moore
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
8500 Fm 3053
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 140 students
Rank: n/an/a
Diboll
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 69 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center For Adults - Lockhart
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 193 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center For Adults - South Austin
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1901 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 109 students
78753, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1200 Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-9010
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-9010
Grades: PK
| 217 students
The Excel Center (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 118 students
Excel Center Lockhart (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 13 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78753, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78753, TX include Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Secondary and The Excel Center (For Adults).
How many public high schools are located in 78753?
8 public high schools are located in 78753.
What is the racial composition of students in 78753?
78753 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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