Ed Neuhaus 
Georgetown’s School Zone Divide: One Campus Climbing, One Already There
Raye McCoy Elementary scored a 76 on the 2025 TEA accountability rating. Annie Purl Elementary scored a 66. Both campuses sit in Georgetown ISD, both serve the Georgetown community, and they are separated by about 5 miles. But that 10 point gap represents a genuine difference in where each campus stands right now, and buyers researching Georgetown school zones deserve the full picture.
Annie Purl’s rating history tells a story that is worth paying attention to. The school dropped to an F in 2023 and 2024, and the bounce back to a D in 2025 suggests the campus is rebuilding. Raye McCoy sits at a C, which in the context of Georgetown ISD (a district that sets high expectations for all its campuses) represents a more stable baseline. Neither school is posting the kind of numbers that will land on anyone’s highlight reel, but one is further along in its recovery than the other.
I have worked with buyers in both of these zones, and the conversations always start with the same question: is the school good enough? And the honest answer depends on what you are comparing it to and what you value most.
Annie Purl vs Raye McCoy: Quick Comparison
| Annie Purl Elementary | Raye McCoy Elementary | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | D (66/100) | C (76/100) |
| Enrollment | 690 students | 483 students |
| Grades | EE through 5th | EE through 5th |
| District | Georgetown ISD | Georgetown ISD |
| Median Home Price | $440,000 | $510,000 |
| Feeds Into | Forbes / Tippit MS → East View / Georgetown HS | Forbes / Tippit MS → East View / Georgetown HS |
TEA School Performance Comparison (2025)
The Texas Education Agency evaluates every public school annually across multiple performance domains. Here is how both campuses performed in the 2025 accountability cycle.
| Performance Metric | Annie Purl Elementary | Raye McCoy Elementary |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | D (66/100) | C (76/100) |
| Student Achievement | F (52/100) | C (77/100) |
| School Progress | D (65/100) | C (74/100) |
| Academic Growth | D (65/100) | C (74/100) |
| Closing the Gaps | D (69/100) | C (73/100) |
| Enrollment | 690 students (EE through 5th) | 483 students (EE through 5th) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 72.0% | 23.4% |
| English Learners | 43.3% | 3.7% |
| TEA Distinctions | Not eligible (F rated in Student Achievement) | 0 of 7 earned |
The Student Achievement gap (52 vs 77) is the most dramatic difference. Annie Purl’s F in that domain means the campus is not eligible for TEA distinctions, regardless of performance elsewhere. But context matters here: Annie Purl serves a student population where 72% are economically disadvantaged and 43% are English Learners. Raye McCoy’s demographics (23.4% and 3.7% respectively) present a very different challenge. Neither school earned distinctions in 2025.
For the full TEA breakdown on each campus, visit the Annie Purl school page or the Raye McCoy school page.
Annie Purl: Historic Georgetown at the Most Accessible Price
Annie Purl sits near the heart of Georgetown, drawing from neighborhoods close to the historic downtown square, the San Gabriel River trail system, and some of the most characterful streets in Williamson County. The $440,000 median price gives buyers access to older homes with genuine architectural personality, bungalows near the square, and properties in neighborhoods like Smith Branch Park and Georgetown City. If walkable Georgetown living matters to you, this zone gets you closer to it than almost any other.
The school’s rating trajectory (F in 2023, F in 2024, D in 2025) shows improvement, and Georgetown ISD has a track record of investing in campuses that need support. Whether that trajectory continues upward is something buyers should watch, but the trend line is moving in the right direction.
Raye McCoy: Newer Georgetown With Steadier Numbers
Raye McCoy serves Georgetown’s eastern growth corridor, where newer master planned communities have reshaped the landscape over the past decade. The $510,000 median reflects the newer housing stock and the community amenities that come with planned development. The campus is smaller (483 students), which typically means tighter community connections and more individualized attention.
A C rating is not going to win any awards, but in the context of a district that is growing rapidly and absorbing new residents from across the state, it represents a stable, functioning campus. The feeder pattern leads to the same middle and high school options as Annie Purl (Forbes or Tippit Middle, then East View or Georgetown High), so the downstream pathway is identical regardless of which elementary campus your address falls in.
The Neighborhoods
Annie Purl’s zone covers established Georgetown, including streets near the downtown square and neighborhoods with mature trees and older homes. Raye McCoy draws from the city’s eastern expansion, where newer subdivisions offer modern floor plans and HOA maintained common areas. The lifestyle difference between these two zones is as significant as the school performance gap.
Browse all homes zoned to Annie Purl or homes zoned to Raye McCoy.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Annie Purl if:
- Living near Georgetown’s historic downtown square is a priority
- You want older homes with character at a lower median price
- You believe the school’s upward trajectory will continue
You might lean toward Raye McCoy if:
- You prefer newer construction and planned community amenities
- A steadier TEA baseline gives you more confidence
- You want a smaller campus (483 vs 690 students)
Neither campus is posting elite numbers, and I want to be straight about that. But Georgetown ISD is a district that takes its schools seriously, and both campuses benefit from that commitment. The choice here is really about whether you want historic Georgetown character at a lower price or newer Georgetown convenience at a higher one. The school zone is a factor, but it is not the only one.
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Georgetown is one of my favorite markets in the Austin metro, and I know these zones well. Whether you are drawn to the charm of downtown Georgetown or the convenience of the newer eastern communities, lets talk about what makes sense for your situation. I have been doing this for 19 years and Georgetown keeps getting better.
