Ed Neuhaus 
Pearson Ranch Scored 91. Hopewell Scored 86. The Price Difference Tells the Real Story.
Hopewell Middle School scored B with 86 out of 100 on the 2025 TEA accountability report. Pearson Ranch Middle School earned a A with 91 out of 100. Both are in Round Rock ISD, and they sit within a short drive of each other in the Round Rock 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.
Hopewell vs Pearson Ranch: Quick Comparison
| Hopewell Middle School | Pearson Ranch Middle School | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | B (86/100) | A (91/100) |
| Enrollment | 1202 students | 979 students |
| Grades | 06 – 08 | 06 – 08 |
| District | Round Rock ISD | Round Rock ISD |
| Median Home Price | $407,490 | $585,000 |
| Feeds Into | Round Rock High School | McNeil 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 | Hopewell Middle School | Pearson Ranch Middle School |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | B (86/100) | A (91/100) |
| Student Achievement | B (85/100) | A (94/100) |
| School Progress | B (80/100) | A (91/100) |
| Academic Growth | B (80/100) | A (91/100) |
| Closing the Gaps | B (88/100) | B (85/100) |
| Enrollment | 1202 students (06 – 08) | 979 students (06 – 08) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 33.7% | 18.0% |
| English Learners | 11.1% | 15.7% |
| TEA Distinctions | 0 of 7 earned | 1 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 Hopewell Middle School school page or the Pearson Ranch Middle School school page.
Hopewell: Strong Performer in Round Rock ISD
Hopewell Middle School serves 1202 students and earned a B rating in 2025. The school has established itself as one of the stronger campuses in the district. With a median home price of $407,490 in the surrounding neighborhoods, the zone offers reasonable value for the performance level. The feeder path runs through Round Rock High School.
Pearson Ranch: A Rated Excellence
Pearson Ranch Middle School has 979 students and scored 91/100 in 2025. The median home price in the zone is $585,000. The school serves its community and the TEA data reflects the campus efforts. Students advance to McNeil High School.
The Neighborhoods
Both schools draw from Round Rock area neighborhoods. The price gap of $177,510 between the zones reflects differences in housing stock, location, and neighborhood character as much as school quality.
Browse all homes zoned to Hopewell Middle School or homes zoned to Pearson Ranch Middle School.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Hopewell if:
- The B rating (86/100) aligns with your academic expectations
- The $407,490 median price point fits your budget
- The feeder path through Round Rock High School is appealing
You might lean toward Pearson Ranch if:
- The A rating (91/100) provides sufficient confidence
- The $585,000 median is a better fit for your financial plan
- The specific neighborhood character around Pearson Ranch 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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