78717 Texas Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 1,224 students in 78717, TX (there are 6 public schools, serving 5,944 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in 78717, TX are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
The top ranked private schools in 78717, TX include St. Dominic Savio Catholic High School and Holy Family Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
33% of private schools in 78717, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 78717 Texas Private Schools (2026-27)

Challenger School - Avery Ranch Photo
Gr: NS-8
15101 Avery Ranch Blvd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 341-8000
Holy Family Catholic School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 679 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 17
Catholic
9400 Neenah Avenue
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 246-4455
St. Dominic Savio Catholic High School Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 400 students
Sports: 13
Catholic
9300 Neenah Ave
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 388-8846
Map of Abacus School Of Austin
Gr: K | 20 students
Daycare / Preschool
14115 Avery Ranch Blvd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 381-2200
Map of Kids R Kids #33 Tx
Gr: PK-K | 45 students
Daycare / Preschool
15111 Avery Ranch Blvd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 218-9669
Map of Shining Stars Montessori Llc
Gr: PK-1 | 80 students
Montessori School
10500 Lakeline Blvd
Austin, TX 78717
(512) 810-7827

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 78717, TX?
The top ranked private schools in 78717, TX include St. Dominic Savio Catholic High School and Holy Family Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 78717?
6 private schools are located in 78717.
How diverse are private schools in 78717?
78717 private schools are approximately 54% minority students, which is higher than the Texas private school average of 42%.
What percentage of students in 78717 go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in 78717 are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 78717?
33% of private schools in 78717 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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