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Steiner Ranch is A Rated. Grandview Hills Costs Roughly $145K Less.
Steiner Ranch Elementary earned an A on the 2024-25 TEA accountability rating. Grandview Hills Elementary earned a C. Both are Leander ISD elementaries serving the hills west of Austin, and both feed into Vandegrift High School. Grandview Hills feeds through Four Points Middle School and Steiner Ranch feeds through Canyon Ridge Middle School. The median sale price in 78732 (Steiner Ranch) was about $846,350 versus $701,000 in 78726 (Grandview Hills) over the trailing 24 months, a gap of roughly $145,000 (source: Unlock MLS via VOW database, closed single-family sales 2024-06 to 2026-05).
This is a classic case of a significant academic gap combined with a meaningful price gap inside the same high school pipeline. The two zones funnel into different middle schools but end up at the same high school. So buyers in the Grandview Hills zone save roughly $145K upfront and deal with a weaker elementary, but the long term destination is the same. Lets look at the specifics.
Grandview Hills vs Steiner Ranch: Quick Comparison
| Grandview Hills Elementary | Steiner Ranch Elementary | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | C (71/100) | A (90/100) |
| Enrollment | 397 students | 381 students |
| Grades | EE – 05 | KG – 05 |
| District | Leander ISD | Leander ISD |
| Median Sale Price (ZIP, last 24mo) | $701,000 (78726) | $846,350 (78732) |
| Feeds Into | Four Points MS → Vandegrift HS | Canyon Ridge MS → Vandegrift HS |
TEA School Performance Comparison (2025)
| Performance Metric | Grandview Hills Elementary | Steiner Ranch Elementary |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | C | A |
| Student Achievement | C | A |
| School Progress | C | A |
| Closing the Gaps | D | B |
| Enrollment | 397 students (EE – 05) | 381 students (KG – 05) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 37.6% | 8.7% |
| English Learners | 17.0% | 4.8% |
Steiner Ranch leads across every published TEA domain. Grandview Hills serves a more economically diverse student body (37.6% economically disadvantaged versus 8.7% at Steiner Ranch), which is part of the academic gap context.
For the full breakdown, visit the Grandview Hills Elementary page or the Steiner Ranch Elementary page.
Steiner Ranch: Leander ISD’s Premium Address
Steiner Ranch is one of the most recognized master planned communities in the Austin metro. The neighborhood features Lake Austin access, canyon views, pools, parks, and a community culture that attracts buyers willing to pay the premium. The school serves 381 students and the A rating is consistent with the community’s expectations.
Grandview Hills: The Four Points Corridor at a Lower Price
Grandview Hills serves 397 students in the Four Points and Grandview Hills area west of Highway 183. The campus has a more diverse student body and a lower price point. While the C rating is not what most buyers hope for, the Vandegrift HS feeder path softens the long term picture.
The Neighborhoods
Steiner Ranch is a self contained community with resort style amenities and Hill Country views. Grandview Hills draws from communities along Highway 183 and Lakeline Mall Drive, where the housing stock is more varied and the entry point is notably lower.
Browse all homes zoned to Grandview Hills or homes zoned to Steiner Ranch.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Steiner Ranch if:
- An A rated elementary is a requirement
- The Steiner Ranch community lifestyle and amenities are what you want
- Budget above $900K is comfortable
You might lean toward Grandview Hills if:
- Saving roughly $145K matters and you trust the Vandegrift HS pipeline to deliver long term
- You prefer the Four Points corridor location
Both feed into Vandegrift. That is the long game here. If the elementary years are your focus, Steiner Ranch is clearly stronger. But if you are thinking about the full K through 12 arc and the high school destination, Grandview Hills gets you to the same place for roughly $145K less. That is real money.
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