Ed Neuhaus 
Same Feeder to Vandegrift, Different Scores, Surprising Price Twist
Hisle Elementary scored a 81 on the 2025 TEA accountability rating, earning a B. Tarvin Elementary scored a 90, earning a A. Both serve the greater Austin metro area, and buyers comparing these two zones will find that the differences go well beyond the headline numbers. The neighborhoods, the price points, and the long term school pathways each tell their own story.
Both campuses are in Leander ISD. The median home price near Hisle sits around $890,000, while Tarvin’s zone comes in at $786,000. That price context matters as much as the TEA scores when you are making a real estate decision, and I have found that most buyers care about both.
I have been helping buyers navigate school zones across the Austin area for 19 years, and comparisons like this one come up in my conversations all the time. So lets dig into the data and figure out what it actually means for your home search.
Hisle vs Tarvin: Quick Comparison
| Hisle Elementary | Tarvin Elementary | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | B (81/100) | A (90/100) |
| Enrollment | 529 students | 835 students |
| Grades | EE through 5th | EE through 5th |
| District | Leander ISD | Leander ISD |
| Median Home Price | $890,000 | $786,000 |
| Feeds Into | Four Points MS and Vandegrift HS | Four Points MS and Vandegrift HS |
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 | Hisle Elementary | Tarvin Elementary |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | B (81/100) | A (90/100) |
| Student Achievement | B/80 | A/91 |
| School Progress | B/82 | B/89 |
| Academic Growth | B/82 | B/89 |
| Closing the Gaps | C/77 | B/88 |
| Enrollment | 529 students (EE through 5th) | 835 students (EE through 5th) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 15.1% | 5.3% |
| English Learners | 36.9% | 32.5% |
| TEA Distinctions | 0 of 7 earned | 0 of 7 earned |
The performance data reveals meaningful differences between these two campuses. Hisle posts a B overall at 81 while Tarvin comes in at A with a 90. The demographic context matters here: Hisle serves 15.1% economically disadvantaged students and 36.9% English Learners, compared to 5.3% and 32.5% at Tarvin. Those numbers shape how we should interpret the raw scores.
For the full TEA breakdown on each campus, including rating history and all distinctions, visit the Hisle school page or the Tarvin school page.
Hisle: What Buyers Should Know
Hisle serves 529 students in EE through 5th as part of Leander ISD. The campus earned a B rating (81/100) from TEA in 2025, with 0 of 7 earned for distinctions. The median home price in the zone sits around $890,000, and the feeder pattern leads to Four Points MS and Vandegrift HS. For buyers considering this zone, the combination of school performance, price point, and neighborhood character all factor into the decision.
The Leander ISD reputation gives this campus a foundation that extends beyond any single year’s TEA results. District wide resources, consistent leadership, and community engagement all contribute to the educational experience students receive on this campus.
Tarvin: What Buyers Should Know
Tarvin enrolls 835 students in EE through 5th within Leander ISD. The campus posted a A rating (90/100) in 2025 with 0 of 7 earned in the distinctions column. At a $786,000 median, the zone offers a more accessible price point compared to Hisle. The feeder pathway goes through Four Points MS and Vandegrift HS.
The Neighborhoods
Both zones offer distinct neighborhood experiences. The Hisle zone at $890,000 median and the Tarvin zone at $786,000 median reflect different segments of the local market. Whether you prioritize school ratings, price accessibility, neighborhood character, or commute convenience, understanding both options lets you make a decision grounded in real data rather than assumptions.
Browse all homes zoned to Hisle or homes zoned to Tarvin.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Hisle if:
- The B rating at 81/100 meets your expectations for school performance
- The $890,000 median price point fits your budget
- The Four Points MS and Vandegrift HS feeder pathway aligns with your long term plans
You might lean toward Tarvin if:
- The A rating at 90/100 better matches what you are looking for
- The $786,000 price point and neighborhood character appeal to you
- The Four Points MS and Vandegrift HS pathway is the right fit for your situation
Every buyer weighs these factors differently, and there is no single right answer. What I can tell you after 19 years in this market is that the best home purchase is the one where you understand all the trade offs before you sign. These two zones offer genuinely different propositions, and knowing which one aligns with your priorities is the first step toward making a confident decision.
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I have been helping buyers compare school zones across the Austin metro for 19 years, and I know these neighborhoods at a level that only comes from doing this every single day. Whether you are narrowing down between these two zones or exploring the broader market, lets connect and figure out the right fit for your situation.
