For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 6,021 students in 78717, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78717, TX are Patsy Sommer Elementary School, Elsa England Elementary School and Cedar Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78717 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78717, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78717, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patsy Sommer Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
16200 Avery Ranch Blvd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 704-0600
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 704-0600
Gr: PK-5 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Elsa England Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8801 Pearson Rd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 704-1211
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 704-1211
Gr: PK-5 | 1,012 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Cedar Valley Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8139 Racine Trl
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 428-2300
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 428-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,337 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Pearson Ranch Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8901 Pearson Ranch Rd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 464-5000
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 464-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Rutledge Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11501 Staked Plains Dr
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 570-6500
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 570-6500
Gr: K-5 | 918 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Harmony School Of Endeavor Austin
Charter School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13415 Fm 620 N
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 284-9880
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 284-9880
Gr: PK-12 | 961 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78717, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78717, TX include Patsy Sommer Elementary School, Elsa England Elementary School and Cedar Valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78717?
6 public elementary schools are located in 78717.
What is the racial composition of students in 78717?
78717 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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