For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 4,981 students in 78704, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78704, TX are Barton Hills Elementary School, Becker Elementary School and Zilker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78704 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78704, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78704, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barton Hills Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2108 Barton Hills Dr
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2013
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2013
Grades: PK-5
| 304 students
Rank: #22.
Becker Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
906 W Milton
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2019
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2019
Grades: PK-5
| 492 students
Rank: #33.
Zilker Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1900 Bluebonnet Ln
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2327
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2327
Grades: PK-5
| 495 students
Rank: #44.
Richards Sch For Young Women Leaders
Alternative School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2309 Panther Trail
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-3236
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-3236
Grades: 6-12
| 907 students
Rank: #55.
Travis Hts Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2010 Alameda Dr
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-4495
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-4495
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: #66.
Lively Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 E Mary St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-3207
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-3207
Grades: 6-8
| 948 students
Rank: #77.
Galindo Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3800 S 2nd St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-1756
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-1756
Grades: PK-5
| 449 students
Rank: #88.
Dawson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3001 S 1st St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2070
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2070
Grades: PK-5
| 224 students
Rank: #99.
Texas School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1102 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 462-5353
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 462-5353
Grades: PK-12
| 487 students
Rank: n/an/a
Daep- Elementary School
Alternative School
906 W Milton
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2074
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-2074
Grades: 2
| 1 students
Rank: n/an/a
4401 Tilley St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-4163
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-4163
Grades: 6
| 214 students
78704, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Graduation Prep Academy Travis (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1211 E Oltorf
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-6635
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-6635
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Mainspring Schools (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1100 W Live Oak St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-1700
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 414-1700
Grades: PK
| 25 students
Phoenix Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
400 W Live Oak
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 440-0613
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 440-0613
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
Premier H S Of Austin High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1701 West Ben White 100a
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 444-8442
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 444-8442
Grades: 8-12
| 228 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78704, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78704, TX include Barton Hills Elementary School, Becker Elementary School and Zilker Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78704?
11 public elementary schools are located in 78704.
What is the racial composition of students in 78704?
78704 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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