New Austin Area School Ratings Released

The number one concern most families have when searching to buy an Austin area home is, “Where will my children go to school?” I don’t always know how much stock to put into school ratings, but I wanted you to see the latest ratings that were just released this week by the not for profit group Children at Risk. Round Rock ISD had the most top rated schools, with Westwood High School  beating Westlake High School for the number one spot. I am sure homeowners in Westlake will disagree! Sadly, Reagan High School, located in Austin’s Upper Eastside, received the second lowest rating in the state.

According to a Statesman article, “The Austin area study was first done in the fall based largely on 2007-08 data. This year’s study used the most recent figures available and considered student scores on the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills, attendance and participation on college entrance exams and advanced courses. Schools serving a higher percentage of students from low-income families were weighted to acknowledge the challenges associated with educating that group. But much like the rankings Children at Risk released in the fall, schools with lower numbers of low-income students had higher ranking.” (Laura Heinauer)

Find out how your local schools rated here! Are you searching for an Austin home to buy and want to learn more about Austin area schools? We have an in depth Austin Area Schools section that covers everything from home schools to special needs. Check it out!