Elsa England vs Great Oaks: TEA Scores, Homes & What to Know

Buying in Round Rock ISD? How Elsa England and Great Oaks Compare

Elsa England Elementary posted a 95 on its 2025 TEA accountability rating. That is a A, which puts it near the top of Round Rock ISD. Great Oaks Elementary came in at 93 (A), and the gap between these two campuses tells a real story about how different neighborhoods feed into very different school experiences.

Both schools are part of Round Rock ISD, and I have shown homes in both zones for years. The neighborhoods have their own personality, the price points are different, and the day to day experience at each campus is its own thing. That matters more than most buyers expect when they first start their search.

Below, I will break down the full TEA performance data, walk through the neighborhoods zoned to each campus, and give you my honest take on which school zone fits different types of buyers. If you want the deep dive on either campus individually, check out the Elsa England Elementary school page or the Great Oaks Elementary school page.

Elsa England Elementary vs Great Oaks Elementary: Quick Comparison

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.

These two campuses are remarkably close on paper. The overall scores are within 2 points of each other, and the individual domains tell a similar story. When schools are this close in TEA performance, the tiebreaker usually comes down to neighborhood feel, commute, and home prices rather than classroom outcomes.

For the full TEA breakdown on each campus, including rating history and all distinctions, visit the Elsa England Elementary school page or the Great Oaks Elementary school page.

Elsa England Elementary: A A Rated Campus in Round Rock ISD

Elsa England Elementary is one of the well-regarded campuses in Round Rock ISD, serving a cluster of established neighborhoods in northwest Austin and Williamson County that have long been a draw for buyers who put education at the top of their list. The school sits within a thoughtfully developed corridor anchored by Avery Ranch, Davis Spring, and Pearson Place, where tree-lined streets, community parks, and easy access to the Brushy Creek trail system make everyday life genuinely enjoyable.

Elsa England Elementary earned a A (95/100) from TEA, which puts it among the stronger campuses in Round Rock ISD. That kind of performance does not happen by accident. It reflects consistent instructional quality, engaged leadership, and a campus culture where expectations run high.

The school draws from neighborhoods including Davis Spring, Avery Ranch Garden Homes, Heritage Oaks at Pearson. These are well established residential areas with mature trees and a real sense of community.

Students at Elsa England Elementary feed into Cedar Valley Middle School and then McNeil High School. That feeder path matters to buyers who are thinking long term about their kids’ educational trajectory.

I have spent a good amount of time in this part of town, and Elsa England Elementary is one of those campuses where you can feel the community investment the moment you drive through the neighborhood. The homes hold their value well here, and resale demand stays consistent.

Elsa England Elementary enrolls 987 students, making it one of the larger campuses in Round Rock ISD. Larger schools can offer more programs, more extracurricular options, and a broader social experience. The tradeoff is that the campus can feel busier, but Round Rock ISD has invested in making sure its bigger campuses still run efficiently.

Great Oaks Elementary: What the Numbers Say (and What They Don’t)

Great Oaks Elementary School is a well-loved campus in Round Rock ISD, one of the most respected school districts in the entire Austin metro area. The school sits at the heart of a thriving community anchored by the scenic Brushy Creek corridor, where tree-lined streets, well-kept parks, and established neighborhoods set the stage for an appealing everyday life.

Great Oaks Elementary earned a A (93/100) from TEA, which puts it among the stronger campuses in Round Rock ISD. That kind of performance does not happen by accident. It reflects consistent instructional quality, engaged leadership, and a campus culture where expectations run high.

The school draws from neighborhoods including Meadows Brushy Creek, Woods of Brushy Creek, Woods Brushy Creek. These are well established residential areas with mature trees and a real sense of community.

Students at Great Oaks Elementary feed into Cedar Valley Middle School and then Round Rock High School. That feeder path matters to buyers who are thinking long term about their kids’ educational trajectory.

The numbers here speak for themselves. A 93/100 from TEA puts Great Oaks Elementary in strong company, and the campus culture backs up what the data shows.

The Neighborhoods

There is a real price difference between these two zones. The Elsa area has a median around $646,450, while the Great zone comes in closer to $514,900. That $131,550 gap reflects differences in neighborhood age, lot size, finishes, and overall demand. Both are in Round Rock ISD, so the tax rate is the same either way.

One thing I always tell buyers: look at the neighborhood on a Saturday morning, not just a Tuesday at 2pm. You want to see who is walking dogs, who is out running, whether the parks are being used. That tells you more about the community than any listing description ever will. And yes, school zones affect resale value. That is just reality in this market.

Browse all homes zoned to Elsa England Elementary or homes zoned to Great Oaks Elementary.

Which School Fits You?

Every buyer has a different set of priorities. Here is how I would think about it.

You might lean toward Elsa England Elementary if:

• TEA scores are a top priority and you want the higher rated campus
• You are comfortable at the $646,450 price point and want the neighborhoods that come with it
• The feeder path to McNeil High School is important to you
• You prefer the neighborhood character around the Elsa England zone

You might lean toward Great Oaks Elementary if:

• You are looking for more accessible pricing near $514,900
• The Round Rock High School feeder path matches your long term plans
• You value what the Great Oaks neighborhood offers in terms of location and community

Honestly, these two are close enough on paper that the tiebreaker is going to be neighborhood feel and commute. I would recommend driving both zones on a weekday morning. See how the traffic flows, check out the parks, grab a coffee nearby. The numbers say these campuses are peers, so the decision comes down to lifestyle.

Ready to Find Your Home?

If you are weighing the Elsa England zone against the Great Oaks zone (or anywhere else in the Austin area), I would love to help you figure it out. I have been doing this for over 19 years and have helped buyers navigate school zone decisions more times than I can count. And honestly, this is one of my favorite conversations to have because it is never just about a school. It is about how you want your mornings to feel, where you will grab coffee, and whether your commute makes you want to scream or not.

Lets grab a coffee, walk through your priorities, and find the neighborhood that actually fits your life. No pressure, no pitch, just honest guidance from someone who knows these neighborhoods inside and out. Be safe, be good, and be nice to people.

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