For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 3,463 students in 78753, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78753, TX are Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Charter School and The Excel Center (For Adults). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78753 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78753, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78753 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nyos Charter School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78753, TX Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea Rundberg College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9504 N Interstate 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 822-4800
Grades: 6-12
| 747 students
Rank: #22.
Nyos Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12301 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 583-6967
Grades: 9-12
| 293 students
Rank: #33.
The Excel Center (For Adults)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 8-12
| 475 students
Rank: #44.
John B Connally High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13212 N Lamar
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 594-0800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,663 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center For Adults - Lockhart
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 8-12
| 189 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center For Adults - South Austin
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
6505 Burleson Rd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 8-12
| 96 students
78753, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1200 Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-9010
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 414-9010
Grades: PK
| 217 students
The Excel Center (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1015 Norwood Park Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 118 students
Excel Center Lockhart (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1400 E Mlk Industrial Blvd
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 13 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78753, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78753, TX include Idea Rundberg College Preparatory, Nyos Charter School and The Excel Center (For Adults).
How many public high schools are located in 78753?
6 public high schools are located in 78753.
What is the racial composition of students in 78753?
78753 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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