Ed Neuhaus 
Canyon Creek Scored a 92. Spicewood Scored an 86. Both Feed Into Round Rock ISD.
Canyon Creek Elementary posted a 92 out of 100 on the 2025 TEA accountability rating, earning a clear A. Spicewood Elementary scored an 86 with a B. Both are Round Rock ISD elementary schools serving the western side of the district, and both draw from some of the most desirable neighborhoods in the 183/620 corridor. But the price gap is notable: $1,000,000 median near Canyon Creek versus $868,000 near Spicewood.
Both of these schools are strong by any standard, so this comparison comes down to the finer details: which domains each school excels in, what the neighborhoods feel like, and whether the $132,000 price premium for the A rated campus is worth it to you. For buyers shopping in the upper price tiers of Round Rock ISD, this is a common decision point.
Canyon Creek vs Spicewood Elementary: Quick Comparison
| Canyon Creek Elementary | Spicewood Elementary | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | A (92/100) | B (86/100) |
| Enrollment | 373 students | 309 students |
| Grades | KG – 05 | KG – 05 |
| District | Round Rock ISD | Round Rock ISD |
| Median Home Price | $1,000,000 | $867,500 |
| Feeds Into | RRISD MS then HS | RRISD MS then 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 | Canyon Creek Elementary | Spicewood Elementary |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | A (92/100) | B (86/100) |
| Student Achievement | A (95/100) | A (90/100) |
| School Progress | A (90/100) | B (83/100) |
| Academic Growth | B (88/100) | C (78/100) |
| Closing the Gaps | A (93/100) | A (90/100) |
| Enrollment | 373 students (KG – 05) | 309 students (KG – 05) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 2.4% | 5.5% |
| English Learners | 2.1% | 3.6% |
| TEA Distinctions | 7 of 7 earned | 6 of 7 earned |
Canyon Creek’s 95 in Student Achievement is one of the highest elementary school scores in Round Rock ISD. The school leads in every domain, with the biggest gap in Academic Growth (88 vs 78). Both campuses serve very low percentages of economically disadvantaged students, which means the demographic profiles are similar and the score difference is more directly attributable to campus level factors. Canyon Creek’s 7 of 7 distinctions versus Spicewood’s 6 of 7 confirms the A rated campus is performing at a higher level across the board.
For the full TEA breakdown, visit the Canyon Creek Elementary school page or the Spicewood Elementary school page.
Canyon Creek: The Premium Pick in Round Rock ISD
Canyon Creek Elementary sits in the Canyon Creek area of Round Rock, where custom homes on wooded lots create a neighborhood character that feels more like the Hill Country than suburban Williamson County. The campus is small at 373 students, and that intimacy combined with a 95 in Student Achievement makes it one of the highest performing elementary schools in the entire district. At $1,000,000 median, you are at the top of the Round Rock ISD price range, but the school quality and neighborhood character justify the investment for buyers in this bracket.
Spicewood Elementary: Hill Country Feel at a Lower Entry Point
Spicewood Elementary is even smaller at 309 students and draws from the Spicewood area along the 620 corridor. The B rating at 86 is solid, and the school’s A grades in Student Achievement (90) and Closing the Gaps (90) show a campus that is delivering results. The Academic Growth C at 78 is the weakest link, but in the context of an already high achieving student body, that is a common pattern. At $868,000 median, Spicewood offers a slightly more accessible entry point into Round Rock ISD’s western corridor while still delivering a strong academic experience.
The Neighborhoods
Both zones serve the wooded, hilly terrain west of Round Rock where homes sit on larger lots and the natural environment is a genuine selling point. Canyon Creek’s zone tends toward larger custom homes with higher price ceilings. Spicewood’s zone includes some of the same topography at a slightly lower price point, giving buyers more house for the money in many cases.
Browse all homes zoned to Canyon Creek or homes zoned to Spicewood.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Canyon Creek if:
- The A rating and all 7 distinctions are important to your decision
- You are comfortable at the $1 million+ price point
- You want a small campus with one of the highest achievement scores in the district
You might lean toward Spicewood if:
- You want the Hill Country feel of western Round Rock ISD at a slightly lower price
- A strong B rated campus with A marks in two domains satisfies your school priorities
- A campus of 309 students with a tight community appeals to you
Canyon Creek is the stronger performer, and if school quality is the deciding factor, the numbers favor it clearly. But Spicewood at $868,000 with a B and two A domain scores is not exactly a consolation prize. Both are excellent schools in beautiful settings. The question is how much that extra 6 points on the TEA scale is worth to you in monthly mortgage payments.
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