Cathedral School Of St. Mary Photo

Best 78701 Texas Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 882 students in 78701, TX.
The top-ranked private schools in 78701, TX include Headwaters School, Cathedral School Of St. Mary, and St. Martins Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 53%, which is lower than the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
40% of private schools in 78701, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA) and Catholic).

Top-Ranked 78701 Texas Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cathedral School Of St. Mary
Cathedral School Of St. Mary Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
910 San Jacinto Blvd
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-1480
Gr: PK-8 | 170 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Headwaters School
Headwaters School Photo - Headwaters Students are Peacemakers, Advocates, Creators, and Thinkers ranging from 18 months to high school seniors.
(3)
807 Rio Grande
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 480-8142
Gr: PK-12 | 525 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
St. Martins Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
606 W 15th Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-4037
Gr: NS | 120 students Avg. class size: 12 students
The Austin School For Performing And Visual Arts
Special Program Emphasis
1110 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 522-7782
Gr: 7-12 | 21 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in 78701, TX?
The top-ranked private schools in 78701, TX include Headwaters School, Cathedral School Of St. Mary, and St. Martins Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 78701?
4 private schools are located in 78701.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 78701?
40% of private schools in 78701 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA) and Catholic).

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