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Georgetown ISD and Round Rock ISD Meet: Two D and C Rated Elementaries
Annie Purl Elementary earned a D rating on the 2025 TEA accountability report, while Caldwell Heights Elementary earned a C (Texas Tribune Schools Explorer). Both serve the greater Austin area within a short drive of each other. The two-letter gap is meaningful for buyers weighing school zones in this market.
So what explains the gap? And more importantly, what does it mean for your home search? I have been selling homes in this area for 19 years, and these are the kinds of questions I help buyers work through every week. Lets dig into the data.
Annie Purl vs Caldwell Heights: Quick Comparison
| Annie Purl Elementary | Caldwell Heights Elementary | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | D | C |
| Enrollment | 690 students | 626 students |
| Grades | EE – 05 | EE – 05 |
| District | Georgetown ISD | Round Rock ISD |
| Median Home Price (zone) | $435,000 | $330,000 |
| Feeder Schools | Forbes or Tippit Middle, then East View or Georgetown High (Georgetown ISD zones) | Hopewell, Hernandez, or Walsh Middle, then Round Rock or Stony Point High (RRISD feeder chart) |
TEA School Performance Comparison (2025)
The Texas Education Agency evaluates every public school annually across three domains: Student Achievement, School Progress, and Closing the Gaps. Here is how both campuses performed in the 2025 accountability cycle.
| Performance Metric | Annie Purl Elementary | Caldwell Heights Elementary |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | D | C |
| Student Achievement | F | C |
| School Progress | D | C |
| Closing the Gaps | D | C |
| Enrollment | 655 students (EE – 05) | 567 students (EE – 05) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 78% | 55.9% |
Domain ratings sourced from the Texas Tribune Schools Explorer for both campuses. Enrollment and demographic data reflect the 2026 Tribune profile.
The gap is consistent across all three TEA domains, which tells us this is a systemic performance difference rather than a one-time blip. For the full TEA breakdown on each campus, including rating history and all distinctions, visit the Annie Purl Elementary school page or the Caldwell Heights Elementary school page.
Annie Purl: Campus in Georgetown ISD
Annie Purl Elementary serves 655 students and earned a D rating in 2025, following two F ratings in 2023 and 2024 (Community Impact). The district has approved a turnaround plan and added staff for the campus. The median home price in the school zone is $435,000. Attendance zones currently split between Forbes and Tippit middles, with East View or Georgetown high school assignments depending on address; verify the specific zone with Georgetown ISD.
Caldwell Heights: Working to Improve
Caldwell Heights Elementary has 567 students and earned a C rating in 2025. The median home price in the zone is $330,000. The campus is an International Baccalaureate World School with a dual language emphasis (RRISD). Depending on the home address, students typically advance to Hopewell, Hernandez, or Walsh middle school, then Round Rock or Stony Point high school; confirm the exact assignment with the RRISD feeder chart.
The Neighborhoods
Annie Purl draws from Georgetown ISD neighborhoods while Caldwell Heights serves Round Rock ISD communities. The roughly $105,000 price gap between the zones reflects differences in housing stock, location, and neighborhood character as much as school quality.
Browse all homes zoned to Annie Purl Elementary or homes zoned to Caldwell Heights Elementary.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Annie Purl if:
- The campus size and feeder pattern work for your needs
- The $435,000 median price point fits your budget
- The Georgetown ISD feeder path through Forbes or Tippit middle and East View or Georgetown high school suits your plans
You might lean toward Caldwell Heights if:
- You prioritize neighborhood and value over TEA scores
- The $330,000 median is a better fit for your financial plan
- The Round Rock ISD community and its growth trajectory appeal to you
At the end of the day, the numbers clearly favor Caldwell Heights on TEA performance. I have helped buyers navigate these exact decisions for over 19 years and the right answer always depends on what matters most to you personally.
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