For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,786 students in 78731, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78731, TX are Highland Park Elementary School, Doss Elementary School and Murchison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78731 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78731, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78731, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4900 Fairview Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2090
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2090
Gr: K-5 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Doss Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7005 Northledge Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2365
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-2365
Gr: PK-5 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Murchison Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 N Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-3254
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 414-3254
Gr: 6-8 | 1,218 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
78731, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78731, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78731, TX include Highland Park Elementary School, Doss Elementary School and Murchison Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78731?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78731.
What is the racial composition of students in 78731?
78731 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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