For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 589 students in 78730, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 56 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 78730, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public school in 78730, TX is River Place Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 78730 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78730, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78730, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Place Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6500 Sitio Del Rio Blvd
Austin, TX 78730
(512) 570-6900
Austin, TX 78730
(512) 570-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78730, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78730, TX include River Place Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78730?
1 public schools are located in 78730.
What percentage of students in 78730 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 78730 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78730?
78730 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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