Ed Neuhaus 
Georgetown ISD Meets Round Rock ISD Along the IH-35 Corridor in North Williamson County
Caldwell Heights Elementary in Round Rock ISD earned a B rating on the 2025 TEA accountability ratings (Texas Tribune). James E. Mitchell Elementary in Georgetown ISD earned a D rating, and Georgetown ISD has placed the campus on a board approved turnaround plan after consecutive low ratings (Community Impact, Nov 2025). Both schools serve the north Williamson County corridor along IH-35, and they sit close enough geographically that buyers moving to the area often look at homes in both zones before deciding which district to target.
The two schools also feed into different high school destinations. Mitchell zoned students continue to George Wagner Middle School and then East View High School in Georgetown ISD. Caldwell Heights zoned students continue through Round Rock ISD middle schools to Round Rock High School. The district choice has long term implications well beyond elementary years.
James E. Mitchell vs Caldwell Heights: Quick Comparison
| James E. Mitchell Elementary | Caldwell Heights Elementary | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 TEA Rating | D | B |
| Enrollment | 649 students | 567 students |
| Grades | PK – 05 | EE – 05 |
| District | Georgetown ISD | Round Rock ISD |
| Feeds Into | George Wagner MS → East View HS | Round Rock ISD middle → Round Rock HS |
TEA School Performance Comparison (2025)
| Performance Metric | James E. Mitchell Elementary | Caldwell Heights Elementary |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | D | B |
| Student Achievement | D | B |
| School Progress | D | B |
| Closing the Gaps | D | B |
| Enrollment | 649 students (PK – 05) | 567 students (EE – 05) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 46.2% | 55.9% |
Caldwell Heights sits two letter grades above Mitchell on the 2025 ratings and posts stronger marks across every accountability domain. Mitchell received a D after two consecutive F ratings in 2023 and 2024, which triggered the Georgetown ISD board approved turnaround plan in November 2025 (source). Buyers comparing these zones should weigh that turnaround status carefully.
For the full breakdown, visit the Mitchell Elementary page or the Caldwell Heights Elementary page.
James E. Mitchell: A Georgetown ISD Campus in Turnaround
Mitchell is located at 1601 Rockride Lane in Georgetown and feeds into George Wagner Middle School, then into East View High School. After two F ratings followed by a D in 2025, Georgetown ISD has staffed the campus with additional assistant principals, instructional coaches, and interventionists as part of the turnaround plan. Buyers looking at this zone should factor in that the district is actively rebuilding the campus.
Caldwell Heights: Round Rock ISD’s Northern Edge
Caldwell Heights sits at the northern boundary of Round Rock ISD and is an IB World School. It earned a B rating on the 2025 TEA accountability ratings, with strong marks in student achievement, school progress, and closing performance gaps. The campus feeds into Round Rock ISD middle schools and Round Rock High School.
The Neighborhoods
Mitchell draws from Georgetown neighborhoods along the IH-35 corridor, where a mix of established and newer construction subdivisions sit a short drive from Georgetown’s historic square. The proximity to downtown Georgetown adds lifestyle value, though buyers should weigh the campus turnaround status when targeting this zone specifically for schools.
Caldwell Heights serves communities in north Round Rock near the Gattis School Road area and the IH-35 corridor. Homes here are a mix of construction eras spanning the 1990s through the 2010s.
Browse all homes zoned to Mitchell or homes zoned to Caldwell Heights.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Mitchell if:
- You want a Georgetown ISD address and East View High School as the eventual destination
- Georgetown’s small town character appeals to you
- You are comfortable with the campus turnaround status and want to be part of a district actively investing in the school
You might lean toward Caldwell Heights if:
- The B rating and IB World School designation matter to your shortlist
- You prefer Round Rock ISD’s broader range of school options
- You want the Round Rock High School pathway as the long term destination
Caldwell Heights has the clear edge on the 2025 ratings and the IB World School designation. Mitchell offers the Georgetown community identity, but it comes with the turnaround context that buyers should understand. For buyers shopping in north Williamson County, these are two very different propositions despite sitting close to one another on the map.
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