What Are the Best School Districts in the Austin Area?
When relocating to a new town with children, one of the factors you need to look at when searching for a new home is the schools nearby. You’ll want to find a school district in Austin that offers high-quality and top-notch education. Join us as we rank the 9 best school districts in Austin.
The information below is based, in part, on the Texas Education Agency’s Performance Rating for 2021. You may view or download the full report here.
1. Eanes ISD
Eanes ISD serves students within a small subsection of the Austin Metro, including the Lost Creek, Rob Roy, Rollingwood and West Lake Hills neighborhoods. The school district has a State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) score of 94 and a district grade of 96 out of 100. Schools within Eanes ISD offer academic, athletic, and technological programs to enhance their talents and critical thinking.
The Westlake Chaps match their academics success on the field as well boasting top teams in the state for numerous sports and extracurricular clubs. Fun fact - Westlake is the only high school to produce two Superbowl MVP quarterbacks - Drew Brees and Nick Foles. Read more here.
Quick Stats for Class of 2020
Average ACT Score: 29.2 (State: 20.2)
Average SAT Score: 1314 (State: 1019)
Four-year Graduation Rate: 99.6% (State: 90.3%)
Attendance Rate: 99.3%
College Acceptance Rate: 99%
2. Lake Travis ISD
Lake Travis ISD serves some areas of Austin, Bee Cave, Dripping Springs, Lakeway, Spanish Oaks, Spicewood, and The Hills. Lake Travis High School stands out in terms of athletics and academic performance with a STAAR score of 92 and a district score of 94 out of 100. Schools in Lake Travis are composed of over 10,000 students, with 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. They offer summer programs, camps, and various activities that will enhance students’ skills in arts and sports. Read more here.
Quick Stats for Class of 2020
Average ACT Score: 25.7 (State: 20.2)
Average SAT Score: 1194 (State: 1019)
Four-year Graduation Rate: 97.7% (State: 90.3%)
3. Dripping Springs ISD
Dripping Springs ISD serves parts of Austin, Driftwood and Dripping Springs. The ISD has a STAAR score of 91 and an A district grade with a score of 91 out of 100. This is one of the smallest school districts in Greater Austin that is composed of about 7,200 students in 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. Schools under Dripping Springs ISD are known to create a community that will guide and prepare students for their future as well as performs well in extracurricular activities and academic programs. Read more here.
Quick Stats for Class of 2020
Average ACT Score: 25.3 (State: 20.2)
Average SAT Score: 1194 (State: 1019)
Four-year Graduation Rate: 97.8% (State: 90.3%)
4. Wimberley ISD
Wimberley ISD serves parts of Driftwood and the rest of Wimberley. They have a STAAR score of 88 and an A district grade with a score of 92 out of 100. Wimberley ISD is also considered as one of the smallest school districts in Austin that serves more than 2,500 students with only 2 elementary, one middle, and one high school. If you’re looking for an Independent School District with a smaller feel, this could be the best choice for you. Students in Wimberly ISD are also guided and prepared to enter college and the workforce. Read more here.
Quick Stats for Class of 2020
Average ACT Score: 24.4 (State: 20.2)
Average SAT Score: 1154 (State: 1019)
Four-year Graduation Rate: 100% (State: 90.3%)
5. Round Rock ISD
Round Rock ISD serves parts of Austin, Cedar Park and Round Rock. This is one of the largest school districts in Greater Austin with 35 elementary schools, 11 middle schools, 7 high schools, and 3 alternative campuses home to 47,000 students. Round Rock ISD has a STAAR score of 91 and a district grade of 89 out of 100. Students within the schools are said to be performing well, particularly in science and social studies. Read more here.
Quick Stats for Class of 2020
Average ACT Score: 26.5 (State: 20.2)
Average SAT Score: 1121 (State: 1019)
Graduation Rate: 96.2% (State: 90.3%)
6. Leander ISD
Leander ISD serves parts of Austin, Cedar Park, Jonestown, Leander, Volente, Georgetown and Round Rock. They also hold a STAAR score of 91 and a B district grade with a score of 89 out of 100. Leander ISD serves more than 42,000 students within 29 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 6 high schools. The ISD offers a wide range of programs that will help students excel in academics, athletics, and the arts. Read more here.
Quick Stats for Class of 2020
Average ACT Score: 24.3 (State: 20.2)
Average SAT Score: 1115 (State: 1019)
Graduation Rate: 98.6% (State: 90.3%)
7. Lago Vista ISD
Lago Vista ISD serves Lago Vista and some parts of Jonestown. It serves 1,600 students, 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.. The ISD has a STARR score of 90 and an A district grade with a score of 91 out of 100. Read more here.
Quick Stats for Class of 2020
Average ACT Score: 23.0 (State: 20.2)
Average SAT Score: 1099 (State: 1019)
Graduation Rate: 97.0% (State: 90.3%)
8. Liberty Hill ISD
Liberty Hill ISD serves the parts of Georgetown, Leander and Liberty Hill. The Independent School District has a STAAR score of 90 and an A district grade with a score of 91 out of 100. Liberty Hill ISD is consists of 5,500 students, 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. Liberty Hill ISD guides students into being successful and responsible citizens. Each teacher works closely with each student since this is one of the smallest school districts in Greater Austin. Read more here.
Quick Stats for Class of 2020
Average ACT Score: 22.5 (State: 20.2)
Average SAT Score: 1098 (State: 1019)
Graduation Rate: 96.8% (State: 90.3%)
9. Austin ISD
Austin ISD is one of the largest Independent School Districts in Texas that is serving more than 74,000 students across 116 campuses. Austin ISD covers 54.1% of the city’s territory. The ISD has a STAAR score of 84 and a B district grade with a score of 89 out of 100. One of the top high schools in Austin, Austin High School is home to over 2,300 students. Read more here.
Quick Stats for Class of 2020
Average ACT Score: 23.1 (State: 20.2)
Average SAT Score: 1058 (State: 1019)
Graduation Rate: 94.4% (State: 90.3%)
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