For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,917 students in 78738, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78738, TX are Bee Cave Middle School, Lake Pointe Elementary School and Serene Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78738 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78738, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78738, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bee Cave Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5400 Vail Divide
Austin, TX 78738
(737) 931-2400
Austin, TX 78738
(737) 931-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Lake Pointe Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11801 Sonoma Dr
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6500
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Serene Hills Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3301 Serene Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-7400
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Bee Cave Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14300 Hamilton Pool Rd
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6250
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6250
Gr: PK-5 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Hudson Bend Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15600 Lariat Trl
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6400
Austin, TX 78738
(512) 533-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78738, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78738, TX include Bee Cave Middle School, Lake Pointe Elementary School and Serene Hills Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78738?
5 public elementary schools are located in 78738.
What is the racial composition of students in 78738?
78738 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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