For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,591 students in 78704, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78704, TX are Becker Elementary School, Zilker Elementary School and Travis Hts Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78704 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78704, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78704, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Becker Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
906 W Milton
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2019
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2019
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Zilker Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1900 Bluebonnet Ln
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2327
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2327
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Travis Hts Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2010 Alameda Dr
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-4495
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-4495
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Galindo Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3800 S 2nd St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-1756
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-1756
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Dawson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3001 S 1st St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2070
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2070
Gr: PK-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Texas School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1102 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 462-5353
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 462-5353
Gr: PK-12 | 500 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78704, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78704, TX include Becker Elementary School, Zilker Elementary School and Travis Hts Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78704?
6 public preschools are located in 78704.
What is the racial composition of students in 78704?
78704 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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