For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,125 students in 78759, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 78759, TX are Laurel Mountain Elementary School, Hill Elementary School and Kathy Caraway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78759 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78759, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78759, TX Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurel Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10111 Dk Ranch Rd
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-4300
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Hill Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8601 Tallwood Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2369
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 414-2369
Gr: PK-5 | 862 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Kathy Caraway Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11104 Oak View Dr
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-5500
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 464-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 78759, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 78759, TX include Laurel Mountain Elementary School, Hill Elementary School and Kathy Caraway Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78759?
3 public preschools are located in 78759.
What is the racial composition of students in 78759?
78759 public preschools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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