For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,666 students in 78744, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78744, TX are Idea Bluff Springs College Preparatory, Harmony School Of Excellence - Austin and Kipp Austin Brave. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78744 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78744, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78744 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kipp Austin Brave, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78744, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Bluff Springs College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 E Slaughter Ln
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 822-4200
Gr: 6-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Harmony School Of Excellence - Austin
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2100 E St Elmo Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 693-0000
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 693-0000
Gr: 6-12 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Kipp Austin Brave
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5107 S Ih 35 Frontage Rd
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2225
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 651-2225
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Kipp Paseo Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Metropolis Dr
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 921-5707
Gr: 6-10 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Wayside Sci-tech Middle And High School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6405 S Ih 35
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 220-9120
Gr: 6-12 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78744, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78744, TX include Idea Bluff Springs College Preparatory, Harmony School Of Excellence - Austin and Kipp Austin Brave.
How many public high schools are located in 78744?
5 public high schools are located in 78744.
What is the racial composition of students in 78744?
78744 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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