Ed Neuhaus 
An Honest Look at Two Struggling North Austin Elementaries
Harris Elementary scored D with 69 out of 100 on the 2025 TEA accountability report. Wooten Elementary earned a F with 49 out of 100. Both are in Austin ISD, and they sit within a short drive of each other in the Austin area. The 20 point TEA gap is meaningful and worth understanding for buyers in this market.
So what explains the gap? And more importantly, what does it mean for your home search? 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.
Harris vs Wooten: Quick Comparison
| Harris Elementary | Wooten Elementary | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | D (69/100) | F (49/100) |
| Enrollment | 284 students | 272 students |
| Grades | EE – 05 | EE – 05 |
| District | Austin ISD | Austin ISD |
| Median Home Price | $499,500 | $610,000 |
| Feeds Into | Bertha Sadler Means Middle School, Lyndon B Johnson High School | Burnet Middle School, McCallum 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 | Harris Elementary | Wooten Elementary |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | D (69/100) | F (49/100) |
| Student Achievement | F (51/100) | F (50/100) |
| School Progress | D (68/100) | F (52/100) |
| Academic Growth | D (68/100) | F (50/100) |
| Closing the Gaps | C (72/100) | F (43/100) |
| Enrollment | 284 students (EE – 05) | 272 students (EE – 05) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 91.5% | 91.2% |
| English Learners | 64.4% | 71.7% |
| TEA Distinctions | 0 of 7 earned | Not eligible (F-rated) |
The gap is consistent across all five TEA domains, which tells us this is a systemic performance difference rather than a one-time blip. For the full TEA breakdown on each campus, including rating history and all distinctions, visit the Harris Elementary school page or the Wooten Elementary school page.
Harris: Campus in Austin ISD
Harris Elementary serves 284 students and earned a D rating in 2025. The campus is working to improve its standing within the district. With a median home price of $499,500 in the surrounding neighborhoods, the zone offers reasonable value for the performance level. The feeder path runs through Bertha Sadler Means Middle School, Lyndon B Johnson High School.
Wooten: Facing Challenges
Wooten Elementary has 272 students and scored 49/100 in 2025. The median home price in the zone is $610,000. The school serves its community and the TEA data reflects the campus efforts. Students advance to Burnet Middle School, McCallum High School.
The Neighborhoods
Both schools draw from Austin area neighborhoods. The price gap of $110,500 between the zones reflects differences in housing stock, location, and neighborhood character as much as school quality.
Browse all homes zoned to Harris Elementary or homes zoned to Wooten Elementary.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Harris if:
- The campus size and feeder pattern work for your needs
- The $499,500 median price point fits your budget
- The feeder path through Bertha Sadler Means Middle School, Lyndon B Johnson High School is appealing
You might lean toward Wooten if:
- You prioritize neighborhood and value over TEA scores
- The $610,000 median is a better fit for your financial plan
- The specific neighborhood character around Wooten matches your lifestyle
At the end of the day, the numbers clearly favor Harris on TEA performance. 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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