Data Guide · 2026

Austin, TX Neighborhoods: School Ratings, Prices and Where to Check Crime Data

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By Chris Harris, REALTOR® · Updated July 2026 · 102 neighborhoods · Travis County
Updated: July 1, 2026

The average school rating across Austin neighborhoods is 7.1/10.

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Top Tier: Highest School Ratings Strong Performers: School Rating 8 Best Value: Strong Schools Under $450,000 Full Rankings Table (102 Neighborhoods) Frequently Asked Questions

Elite Tier — School Rating 9–10

These Austin neighborhoods have the highest school ratings in the metro.

Westlake
Schools: 10/10   Median: $1.7M

Westlake is where Austin's elite plant roots — top-ranked schools, sprawling estates, and a quiet confidence that comes with living in the city's most prestigious zip code.

Mount Bonnell
Schools: 9/10   Median: $2.2M

Mount Bonnell is Austin's pinnacle address — dramatic hilltop views over Lake Austin, trophy estates, and the kind of exclusivity that defines the city's highest tier.

Pemberton Heights
Schools: 9/10   Median: $1.7M

Pemberton Heights blends old Austin prestige with central convenience — graceful estates on tree-lined streets just minutes from the Capitol and Lady Bird Lake.

Tarrytown
Schools: 9/10   Median: $1.3M

Tarrytown is old Austin at its finest — stately homes under massive live oaks, top schools, and walking distance to Lake Austin and downtown.

Old Enfield
Schools: 9/10   Median: $1.3M

Old Enfield is one of Austin's most storied neighborhoods — gracious historic homes, walkable streets, and an unbeatable location between downtown and Lake Austin.

Bryker Woods
Schools: 9/10   Median: $1.1M

Bryker Woods is a charming central enclave with top-rated schools, walkable streets, and beautifully maintained bungalows that command serious premiums.

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Strong Tier — School Rating 8

School rating 8/10 neighborhoods offer excellent education at a more accessible price point than the elite tier.

Anderson Mill
Schools: 8/10   Median: $290k

Anderson Mill is a Northwest Austin stalwart with Round Rock ISD schools, affordable entry prices, and established housing stock that has anchored the area for decades.

Scofield Farms
Schools: 8/10   Median: $325k
Legend Oaks
Schools: 8/10   Median: $404k
Shady Hollow
Schools: 8/10   Median: $471k

Shady Hollow is a South Austin neighborhood with a rural feel and award-winning schools.

Westover Hills
Schools: 8/10   Median: $484k

Westover Hills is a quiet, established West Austin neighborhood with well-maintained homes, excellent schools, and a private residential character that keeps it in perpetual demand.

Best Value — Strong Schools Under $450,000

These Austin neighborhoods combine a school rating of 7 or higher with a median home price under $450,000.

Avery Ranch
Schools: 9/10   Median: $416k

Avery Ranch is a master-planned North Austin golf community with outstanding Round Rock ISD schools and an amenity-rich layout.

McNeil
Schools: 9/10   Median: $394k
Legend Oaks
Schools: 8/10   Median: $404k
Scofield Farms
Schools: 8/10   Median: $325k
Anderson Mill
Schools: 8/10   Median: $290k

Anderson Mill is a Northwest Austin stalwart with Round Rock ISD schools, affordable entry prices, and established housing stock that has anchored the area for decades.

Full Austin Neighborhood Rankings

Use this table to quickly compare any area side-by-side.

NeighborhoodSchool RatingMedian PriceWalk Score
Westlake10/10$1.7M12/100
McNeil9/10$394k22/100
Avery Ranch9/10$416k24/100
Heritage9/10$464k20/100
Grandview Hills9/10$497k15/100
Circle C Ranch9/10$532k22/100
Canyon Creek9/10$561k20/100
Meridian9/10$596k18/100
Steiner Ranch9/10$627k10/100
Mount Bonnell9/10$2.2M15/100
Brentwood9/10$491k60/100
Allandale9/10$620k58/100
Northwest Hills9/10$656k35/100
Rosedale9/10$657k65/100
Highland Park West9/10$1.0M30/100
Bryker Woods9/10$1.1M70/100
Old Enfield9/10$1.3M62/100
Tarrytown9/10$1.3M55/100
Pemberton Heights9/10$1.7M48/100
Shady Hollow8/10$471k18/100
Great Hills8/10$538k28/100
Jester8/10$550k16/100
River Place8/10$806k12/100
Cat Mountain8/10$857k16/100
Barton Creek West8/10$858k10/100
Comanche Trail8/10$956k14/100
Camelot8/10$1.0M20/100
Long Canyon8/10$1.1M12/100
Northshore Austin8/10$1.2M18/100
Glenlake8/10$1.2M22/100
Barton Creek8/10$1.7M10/100
Anderson Mill8/10$290k28/100
Scofield Farms8/10$325k24/100
Legend Oaks8/10$404k22/100
Westover Hills8/10$484k28/100
Bull Creek8/10$579k30/100
Lower Bull Creek8/10$852k24/100
Westfield8/10$865k20/100
Lost Creek8/10$910k16/100
Cuernavaca8/10$923k18/100
Shepherd Mountain8/10$1.1M15/100
Crestview8/10$492k62/100
West End8/10$619k55/100
Judges Hill8/10$761k72/100
Clarksville8/10$793k78/100
Apache Shores7/10$446k8/100
Goodnight Ranch7/10$273k18/100
West Oak Hill7/10$447k12/100
Angus Ranch7/10$449k16/100
Wells Branch7/10$277k28/100
Easton Park7/10$335k18/100
Quarry7/10$391k50/100
Western Oaks7/10$402k18/100
East Oak Hill7/10$521k24/100
Hyde Park7/10$525k76/100
Hancock7/10$533k68/100
Mueller7/10$543k76/100
SoCo7/10$583k82/100
Market District7/10$589k72/100
Travis Heights7/10$714k75/100
Zilker7/10$715k68/100
Bouldin Creek7/10$728k80/100
Barton Hills7/10$839k38/100
North University7/10$421k80/100
Westgate6/10$441k32/100
Slaughter Creek6/10$276k14/100
Onion Creek6/10$294k16/100
South Brodie6/10$333k18/100
Wooldridge Square6/10$339k84/100
Windsor Park6/10$347k58/100
Skyview6/10$358k30/100
South Manchaca6/10$360k26/100
Sendera6/10$366k22/100
Congress Avenue6/10$384k88/100
Texas Capital6/10$400k85/100
North Loop6/10$401k72/100
Holly6/10$450k68/100
South Lamar6/10$456k70/100
Cherrywood6/10$458k74/100
East Austin6/10$462k72/100
Granada Hills6/10$465k35/100
Saint Edward's6/10$482k58/100
East Cesar Chavez6/10$493k75/100
Galindo6/10$494k60/100
Rainey Street Historic District6/10$508k88/100
Dawson6/10$514k65/100
Sixth Street District6/10$505k90/100
South Austin5/10$274k30/100
West Congress5/10$301k38/100
Garrison Park5/10$303k35/100
North Austin5/10$270k42/100
East Congress5/10$292k40/100
Highland5/10$297k48/100
East MLK5/10$304k55/100
East Riverside-Oltorf5/10$327k62/100
Cherry Creek5/10$329k40/100
University Hills5/10$344k48/100
Blackland5/10$373k68/100
Rosewood5/10$397k64/100
Chestnut5/10$403k70/100
Govalle5/10$426k62/100
North Burnet4/10$138k50/100
Pro tip: Sort by median price in your head — neighborhoods at the same school rating with lower prices often represent the best value. The quiz below does this scoring automatically for your specific budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Austin neighborhood has the best schools?

Westlake has the highest school rating in the Austin metro at 10/10, with a median home price of $1.7M. For buyers under $450k, Avery Ranch offers a 9/10 school rating at $416k.

What Austin neighborhoods have good schools under $450,000?

For buyers with a budget under $450,000, the best school ratings in Austin belong to Avery Ranch (9/10 schools, $416k), McNeil (9/10 schools, $394k), Legend Oaks (8/10 schools, $404k).

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