About Homes Zoned to Eastside Memorial High School
About Eastside Memorial High School
Eastside Memorial High School is one of Austin ISD's most distinctive campuses, operating as an early college high school where students can earn college credits, and in many cases an associate degree, while completing their high school diploma. That is a remarkable academic opportunity, and it draws students and their households from across the east side of Austin who are serious about post-secondary readiness. Graduating with transferable college hours, and potentially a full two-year degree, gives Eastside Memorial students a head start that pays dividends whether they go on to a four-year university, a technical program, or directly into a career.
The school serves grades 9 through 12 and is located in the Montopolis area of East Austin. Austin ISD, one of the largest public school districts in Texas, has long invested in specialized pathways and magnet programs, and Eastside Memorial reflects that commitment to giving students options beyond the traditional model. The early college framework is paired with real campus culture, and the school's deep connection to the broader East Austin community gives it a character and sense of identity that is genuinely distinct from more suburban campuses.
For buyers who prioritize academic opportunity and want a high school experience that is both rigorous and community-rooted, Eastside Memorial is worth a close look.
TEA School Performance Data (2025)
The Texas Education Agency evaluates every public school in the state annually. Here is how Pasadena Memorial High School performed in the most recent evaluation.
| Metric |
Rating |
Score |
| Overall Rating |
A |
92/100 |
| Student Achievement |
B |
86/100 |
| School Progress |
A |
92/100 |
| Academic Growth |
C |
75/100 |
| Closing the Gaps |
A |
93/100 |
| School Detail |
Value |
| Grades Served |
09 - 12 |
| Total Enrollment |
3159 students |
| Economically Disadvantaged |
65.2% |
| English Learners (EB/EL) |
25.7% |
TEA Distinctions Earned (7 of 7): ELA/Reading, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Academic Progress, Closing the Gaps, Postsecondary Readiness. Distinction designations recognize outstanding achievement in specific areas beyond the overall rating.
Rating History
TEA accountability ratings from 2019 to 2025. Ratings were suspended in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID.
| Year |
Rating |
Score |
| 2019 |
B |
87/100 |
| 2022 |
B |
89/100 |
| 2023 |
B |
85/100 |
| 2024 |
A |
90/100 |
| 2025 |
A |
92/100 |
Neighborhoods Zoned to Eastside Memorial
The Eastside Memorial attendance zone covers a meaningful swath of East Austin, one of the city's most sought-after urban corridors. Buyers here find neighborhoods that have become synonymous with Austin's creative energy while still holding onto the cultural history that makes the east side special.
Montopolis, one of the area's established neighborhoods, sits close to the school itself and offers a range of housing types including modest bungalows, updated cottages, and newer infill construction. Govalle is another east side neighborhood in the zone, known for its proximity to the Boggy Creek greenway and Govalle Park. Rosewood, one of Austin's historically significant communities, features tree-lined streets and a mix of original mid-century homes alongside newer builds. Holly, named for the former Holly Street Power Plant site that has since been transformed into a popular park and cultural venue, has seen significant reinvestment and offers some of the most compelling urban living in the city.
East Austin as a whole gives buyers remarkable variety: classic 1940s and 1950s bungalows, renovated craftsman-style cottages, sleek modern new construction, townhomes, and condominiums. Lot sizes tend to be more compact than in the suburbs, but buyers trade lot size for walkability, proximity to downtown, and a neighborhood energy that is genuinely hard to replicate. If you are searching for homes in Austin, the east side corridor offers some of the most interesting real estate in the metro area.
School Feeder Pattern
Understanding the feeder pattern for Eastside Memorial helps buyers plan not just for high school but for the full K-12 journey. The east side of Austin ISD is served by several middle school campuses that send students on to Eastside Memorial, and knowing those connections helps you make a more informed decision about where to buy.
Garcia Middle School is one of the key feeder campuses for the Eastside Memorial zone. Garcia serves the central east side and offers programs that complement the academic rigor students will encounter at the high school level. Mendez Middle School serves portions of the southeast Austin corridor and also sends students into Eastside Memorial. Both campuses are part of Austin ISD's broader east side network of schools.
At the elementary level, several Austin ISD campuses serve the neighborhoods within this zone. Because attendance boundaries can shift with enrollment changes, buyers should always verify the current zoning for a specific address directly with Austin ISD before making decisions based on school assignment.
It is also worth knowing that Austin ISD operates a number of magnet and choice programs across the district. Families in the Eastside Memorial zone have access to application-based options that extend beyond the neighborhood school, giving east side residents real flexibility in how they approach K-12 education for their children.
Community & Lifestyle
East Austin has undergone one of the most dramatic urban transformations of any American neighborhood over the past decade, and the result is a community that blends deep cultural roots with forward-looking creative energy. Living in the Eastside Memorial zone puts you squarely in the middle of it all.
The area is loaded with independent restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, bakeries, and art galleries. East Sixth Street and East Cesar Chavez have become two of Austin's most celebrated dining and entertainment corridors, and they sit right in the backyard of this zone. The proximity to downtown Austin, just a few miles west, means residents can bike, scooter, or take a short drive to reach major employers, cultural institutions like the Blanton Museum and Long Center, and the full range of downtown amenities.
Outdoor spaces are a major draw as well. Govalle Park and the Boggy Creek Greenbelt offer trails and green space within the neighborhood itself. Bartholomew District Park, one of Austin's largest urban parks, is nearby and provides sports fields, an aquatic center, and open parkland. The Colorado River and Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park are accessible from the south end of the zone, offering kayaking, hiking, and riverside recreation that feels a world away from the city bustle.
Commute access is excellent. The east side connects directly to Airport Boulevard, Cesar Chavez Street, and Highway 183, making it easy to reach the Domain, Mueller, the University of Texas, and employers throughout the greater metro. Mueller itself, just north of the zone, has become a destination neighborhood with its Saturday farmer's market, Alamo Drafthouse, restaurants, and walkable mixed-use development.
For buyers drawn to urban living with genuine neighborhood character and a school system focused on giving students real academic advantages, the Eastside Memorial zone is one of the most compelling pockets in all of Austin. The team at Neuhaus Realty Group knows this part of town well and can help you identify the right home on the right block for your situation.
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