For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,498 students in 78741, TX.
The top ranked public charter schools in 78741, TX are Idea Montopolis College Preparatory and Idea Montopolis Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78741 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78741, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78741, TX Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea Montopolis College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1701 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Grades: 6-12
| 753 students
Rank: #22.
Idea Montopolis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 Vargas Rd
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 646-2800
Grades: K-5
| 679 students
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
Grades: 8-12
| 66 students
78741, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 279 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 170 students
2410 E Riverside, Ste G
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 447-1333
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 447-1333
Grades: 5-6
| 105 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 78741, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in 78741, TX include Idea Montopolis College Preparatory and Idea Montopolis Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 78741?
3 public charter schools are located in 78741.
What is the racial composition of students in 78741?
78741 public charter schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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