Ed Neuhaus 
Both Scored 95 Out of 100. So Which Eanes ISD Middle School Do You Pick?
Hill Country Middle School scored A with 95 out of 100 on the 2025 TEA accountability report. West Ridge Middle School also earned a A with 95 out of 100. Both are in Eanes ISD, and they sit within a short drive of each other in the Eanes 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.
Hill Country vs West Ridge: Quick Comparison
| Hill Country Middle School | West Ridge Middle School | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | A (95/100) | A (95/100) |
| Enrollment | 945 students | 885 students |
| Grades | 06 – 08 | 06 – 08 |
| District | Eanes ISD | Eanes ISD |
| Median Home Price | $2,565,000 | $1,800,000 |
| Feeds Into | Westlake High School | Westlake 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 | Hill Country Middle School | West Ridge Middle School |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | A (95/100) | A (95/100) |
| Student Achievement | A (95/100) | A (95/100) |
| School Progress | A (94/100) | A (93/100) |
| Academic Growth | A (94/100) | A (93/100) |
| Closing the Gaps | A (94/100) | A (94/100) |
| Enrollment | 945 students (06 – 08) | 885 students (06 – 08) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 2.8% | 3.5% |
| English Learners | 3.1% | 3.8% |
| TEA Distinctions | 2 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 Hill Country Middle School school page or the West Ridge Middle School school page.
Hill Country: Strong Performer in Eanes ISD
Hill Country Middle School serves 945 students and earned an A rating in 2025. The school has established itself as one of the stronger campuses in the district. With a median home price of $2,565,000 in the surrounding neighborhoods, this is a premium zone that reflects both school quality and location. The feeder path runs through Westlake High School.
West Ridge: A Rated Excellence
West Ridge Middle School has 885 students and scored 95/100 in 2025. The median home price in the zone is $1,800,000. The school serves its community and the TEA data reflects the campus efforts. Students advance to Westlake High School.
The Neighborhoods
Both schools draw from Eanes area neighborhoods. The price gap of $765,000 between the zones reflects differences in housing stock, location, and neighborhood character as much as school quality.
Browse all homes zoned to Hill Country Middle School or homes zoned to West Ridge Middle School.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Hill Country if:
- The A rating (95/100) aligns with your academic expectations
- The $2,565,000 median price point fits your budget
- The feeder path through Westlake High School is appealing
You might lean toward West Ridge if:
- The A rating (95/100) provides sufficient confidence
- The $1,800,000 median is a better fit for your financial plan
- The specific neighborhood character around West Ridge 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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