Best 78753 Texas Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 3,273 students in 78753, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78753, TX are Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Secondary and Cedars International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78753 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78753, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78753, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Gr: 6-12 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Nyos Lamar Secondary
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12301 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Gr: 6-12 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Cedars International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8416 N Ih-35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 419-1551
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Harmony Science Academy - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
930 E Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 835-7900
Gr: PK-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Dobie Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 E Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-3270
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78753, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78753, TX include Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Lamar Secondary and Cedars International Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 78753?
5 public middle schools are located in 78753.
What is the racial composition of students in 78753?
78753 public middle schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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