About Homes Zoned to Pillow Elementary School
About Pillow Elementary
Pillow Elementary School is a Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade campus in Austin ISD, one of the largest and most recognized school districts in Texas. Austin ISD serves tens of thousands of students across central and north Austin and has long been known for its commitment to academic excellence, arts programming, and support services that meet students where they are. Pillow is a campus that reflects those values at a neighborhood scale, where strong teacher-student relationships and active parent involvement create an environment that encourages real growth.
The school draws on Austin ISD's broad suite of programs, including gifted and talented (GT) services, English Language Learner support, and special education resources. The campus community is tight-knit, with a PTA that is consistently engaged in enriching the school experience through events, classroom support, and campus improvements. Parents who choose the Pillow zone often cite the genuine sense of belonging they feel from the moment they step on campus, and that spirit carries through into the surrounding neighborhoods.
TEA School Performance Data (2025)
The Texas Education Agency evaluates every public school in the state annually. Here is how Pillow Elementary performed in the most recent evaluation.
| Metric |
Rating |
Score |
| Overall Rating |
C |
70/100 |
| Student Achievement |
F |
54/100 |
| School Progress |
C |
70/100 |
| Academic Growth |
C |
70/100 |
| Closing the Gaps |
C |
71/100 |
| School Detail |
Value |
| Grades Served |
PK - 05 |
| Total Enrollment |
356 students |
| Economically Disadvantaged |
83.1% |
| English Learners (EB/EL) |
59.6% |
TEA Distinctions Earned (6 of 7): ELA/Reading, Mathematics, Science, 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 |
C |
79/100 |
| 2022 |
B |
87/100 |
| 2023 |
F |
59/100 |
| 2024 |
C |
70/100 |
| 2025 |
C |
70/100 |
Neighborhoods Zoned to Pillow Elementary
One of the appealing things about the Pillow Elementary zone is the sheer variety of housing it encompasses. Buyers researching this area will find an honest mix of condo communities, townhomes, and single-family neighborhoods, which makes the zone more accessible than many comparable Austin ISD school zones.
Edgecreek Condo is among the most active communities in the zone, offering one and two-bedroom units that appeal to buyers looking for low-maintenance living in a well-located north Austin pocket. Stoneleigh Condo is another established community with updated units and a solid reputation. Tiffany Condo and Ashdale Gardens Condo add to the condo inventory, giving buyers multiple entry points into the zone at various price levels.
For buyers seeking traditional single-family homes, Northtowne is one of the most appealing options in the zone. This established neighborhood features larger lots, mature trees, and the kind of settled, residential character that is increasingly hard to find close to north Austin's amenities. Northwest Terrace offers a similar feel with solid homes and excellent proximity to parks and retail corridors. Quail Hollow and North Star round out the single-family options with their own distinct neighborhood personalities.
Village Walnut Creek is a perennial favorite for buyers who prioritize outdoor access, sitting close to Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park with its extensive trail system and open green space. And Domain South End is a standout for buyers who want to be walking distance from The Domain's restaurants, shops, and entertainment. Browse all Austin area homes for sale or filter by neighborhood to see current inventory across the Pillow zone.
School Feeder Pattern
Knowing the full feeder pattern is important for any buyer making a long-term decision based on schools. In the Pillow Elementary zone, the path through Austin ISD leads through middle school and on to one of two well-regarded high school campuses.
After fifth grade, Pillow students feed into one of three Austin ISD middle schools depending on their home address: Bailey Middle School, Burnet Middle School, or Lamar Middle School. Each campus carries its own academic culture and extracurricular mix, and all three are firmly within the Austin ISD system that families in this zone know and trust. If you have a preference between middle school assignments, it is worth verifying your specific address with Austin ISD before finalizing a purchase, as feeder boundaries can shift.
At the high school level, students from the Pillow zone are typically zoned to either Anderson High School or McCallum High School. Anderson High has a strong reputation for academics and a vibrant Fine Arts program. McCallum is widely celebrated for its arts magnet program and competitive athletics, with a school community that is deeply engaged and proud of its campus culture. Both high schools offer meaningful extracurricular opportunities and active parent communities, giving students in this zone excellent options as they move through their Austin ISD education.
Community & Lifestyle
The Pillow Elementary zone occupies a section of north Austin that punches well above its weight in terms of lifestyle access. Residents here are close to major employment centers, beloved local dining and retail, and some of the best outdoor recreation in the city, all without sacrificing that authentic Austin neighborhood feel.
Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park is one of the genuine highlights of this part of town. Spanning over 290 acres, the park features miles of natural surface trails, creek crossings, and open meadows that bring outdoor enthusiasts out year-round. Communities like Village Walnut Creek have the park practically in their backyard, which is the kind of amenity that residents consistently say they would not trade.
The Domain is a defining feature of this zone's appeal. As one of Austin's most dynamic mixed-use destinations, it delivers upscale retail, acclaimed restaurants, live music, fitness studios, and major tech office campuses within a short drive or even a walk for residents in the southern parts of the zone. The concentration of technology employers in and around The Domain has made this zone particularly popular among professionals who value cutting down on commute time without giving up access to the broader city.
Burnet Road and North Lamar Boulevard give residents easy access to some of Austin's most beloved local restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and boutiques. Mopac Expressway (Loop 1) connects this part of north Austin to downtown, the University of Texas, and points south with relative ease. The broader metro is well within reach too, with communities like Pflugerville just a short drive away for anyone exploring options across north Austin. The team at Neuhaus Realty Group knows this corridor well, and we are glad to help you find the right home within the Pillow Elementary zone.
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