Ed Neuhaus 
Two Leander ISD Middle Schools, Two Very Different Price Zones
Four Points Middle School scored B with 87 out of 100 on the 2025 TEA accountability report. Running Brushy Middle School also earned a B with 89 out of 100. Both are in Leander ISD, and they sit within a short drive of each other in the Leander 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.
Four Points vs Running Brushy: Quick Comparison
| Four Points Middle School | Running Brushy Middle School | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | B (87/100) | B (89/100) |
| Enrollment | 581 students | 1119 students |
| Grades | 06 – 08 | 06 – 08 |
| District | Leander ISD | Leander ISD |
| Median Home Price | $899,000 | $679,990 |
| Feeds Into | Vandegrift High School | Leander 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 | Four Points Middle School | Running Brushy Middle School |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | B (87/100) | B (89/100) |
| Student Achievement | A (91/100) | B (86/100) |
| School Progress | B (88/100) | B (88/100) |
| Academic Growth | B (88/100) | B (88/100) |
| Closing the Gaps | C (79/100) | A (91/100) |
| Enrollment | 581 students (06 – 08) | 1119 students (06 – 08) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 27.0% | 21.9% |
| English Learners | 8.8% | 11.3% |
| TEA Distinctions | 1 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 Four Points Middle School school page or the Running Brushy Middle School school page.
Four Points: Strong Performer in Leander ISD
Four Points Middle School serves 581 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 $899,000 in the surrounding neighborhoods, this is a premium zone that reflects both school quality and location. The feeder path runs through Vandegrift High School.
Running Brushy: Solid
Running Brushy Middle School has 1119 students and scored 89/100 in 2025. The median home price in the zone is $679,990. This is genuinely impressive given the student demographics. Students advance to Leander High School.
The Neighborhoods
Both schools draw from Leander area neighborhoods. The price gap of $219,010 between the zones reflects differences in housing stock, location, and neighborhood character as much as school quality.
Browse all homes zoned to Four Points Middle School or homes zoned to Running Brushy Middle School.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Four Points if:
- The B rating (87/100) aligns with your academic expectations
- The $899,000 median price point fits your budget
- The feeder path through Vandegrift High School is appealing
You might lean toward Running Brushy if:
- The B rating (89/100) provides sufficient confidence
- The $679,990 median is a better fit for your financial plan
- The specific neighborhood character around Running Brushy 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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