Ed Neuhaus 
Inside Dripping Springs ISD: How the District’s Two Elementaries Compare
Dripping Springs Elementary scored B with 89 out of 100 on the 2025 TEA accountability report. Rooster Springs Elementary earned a A with 91 out of 100. Both are in Dripping Springs ISD, and they sit within a short drive of each other in the Dripping Springs area. The scores are close, but the neighborhoods and price points tell different stories.
With similar scores, the real comparison is about neighborhoods, feeder patterns, and price. 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.
Dripping Springs vs Rooster Springs: Quick Comparison
| Dripping Springs Elementary | Rooster Springs Elementary | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | B (89/100) | A (91/100) |
| Enrollment | 1096 students | 770 students |
| Grades | EE – 05 | PK – 05 |
| District | Dripping Springs ISD | Dripping Springs ISD |
| Median Home Price | $645,000 | $690,000 |
| Feeds Into | Dripping Springs Middle School, Dripping Springs High School | Dripping Springs Middle School, Dripping Springs High School |
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 | Dripping Springs Elementary | Rooster Springs Elementary |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | B (89/100) | A (91/100) |
| Student Achievement | A (90/100) | A (92/100) |
| School Progress | B (87/100) | A (91/100) |
| Academic Growth | B (87/100) | A (91/100) |
| Closing the Gaps | B (87/100) | A (90/100) |
| Enrollment | 1096 students (EE – 05) | 770 students (PK – 05) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 15.6% | 3.4% |
| English Learners | 14.2% | 4.3% |
| TEA Distinctions | 0 of 7 earned | 0 of 7 earned |
The scores are close across all domains, and neither school earned TEA distinctions in 2025. For the full TEA breakdown on each campus, including rating history and all distinctions, visit the Dripping Springs Elementary school page or the Rooster Springs Elementary school page.
Dripping Springs: Strong Performer in Dripping Springs ISD
Dripping Springs Elementary serves 1096 students and earned a B rating in 2025. The school has established itself as one of the stronger campuses in the district. With a median home price of $645,000 in the surrounding neighborhoods, this is a premium zone that reflects both school quality and location. The feeder path runs through Dripping Springs Middle School, Dripping Springs High School.
Rooster Springs: A Rated Excellence
Rooster Springs Elementary has 770 students and scored 91/100 in 2025. The median home price in the zone is $690,000. The school serves its community and the TEA data reflects the campus efforts. Students advance to Dripping Springs Middle School, Dripping Springs High School.
The Neighborhoods
Both schools draw from Dripping Springs area neighborhoods. The similar median prices suggest the market values these locations comparably despite the TEA score difference.
Browse all homes zoned to Dripping Springs Elementary or homes zoned to Rooster Springs Elementary.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Dripping Springs if:
- The B rating (89/100) aligns with your academic expectations
- The $645,000 median price point fits your budget
- The feeder path through Dripping Springs Middle School, Dripping Springs High School is appealing
You might lean toward Rooster Springs if:
- The A rating (91/100) provides sufficient confidence
- The $690,000 median is a better fit for your financial plan
- The specific neighborhood character around Rooster Springs matches your lifestyle
At the end of the day, both schools deliver solid results for their respective zones. 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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