For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,710 students in 78757, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 973 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 78757, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78757, TX are Gullett Elementary School, Brentwood Elementary School and Lamar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78757 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78757, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78757, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gullett Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6310 Treadwell Blvd
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-2082
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-2082
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6703 Yates Av
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-2039
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-2039
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Lamar Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6201 Wynona St
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-3217
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-3217
Gr: 6-8 | 1,109 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Rosedale
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7505 Silvercrest Dr
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-3617
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-3617
Gr: PK-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Pillow Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3025 Crosscreek Dr
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-2350
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-2350
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Burnet Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Hathaway St
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-3225
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 414-3225
Gr: 6-8 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Greenleaf Ncc
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
911 W Anderson Lane Ste 203
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 366-5529
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 366-5529
Gr: 12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78757, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78757, TX include Gullett Elementary School, Brentwood Elementary School and Lamar Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 78757?
7 public schools are located in 78757.
What percentage of students in 78757 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 78757 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78757?
78757 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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