For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,178 students in 78729, TX (there are , serving 69 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 78729, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78729, TX are Pond Springs Elementary School, Jollyville Elementary School and Mcneil High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78729 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78729, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78729, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pond Springs Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7825 Elk Horn Mtn Trl
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-4200
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Jollyville Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6720 Corpus Christi Dr
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 428-2200
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 428-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Mcneil High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5720 Mcneil Dr
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6300
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,533 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Forest North Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13414 Broadmeade Ave
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6750
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6750
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Live Oak Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8607 Anderson Mill Rd
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 428-3800
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 428-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Deerpark Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8849 Anderson Mill Rd
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6600
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
El Daep
Alternative School
13414 Broadmeade
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-5920
Austin, TX 78729
(512) 464-5920
Gr: 1-5 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78729, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78729, TX include Pond Springs Elementary School, Jollyville Elementary School and Mcneil High School.
How many public schools are located in 78729?
7 public schools are located in 78729.
What percentage of students in 78729 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 78729 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78729?
78729 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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