Ed Neuhaus 
One Point Separates These A Rated Middle Schools. $130K Separates the Home Prices.
Kelly Lane Middle School scored a 92 on the 2025 TEA accountability rating, earning a A. Walsh Middle School scored a 93, 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 Pflugerville ISD and Round Rock ISD respectively. The median home price near Kelly Lane sits around $450,000, while Walsh’s zone comes in at $581,000. 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.
Kelly Lane vs Walsh: Quick Comparison
| Kelly Lane Middle School | Walsh Middle School | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | A (92/100) | A (93/100) |
| Enrollment | 910 students | 1,208 students |
| Grades | 6th through 8th | 6th through 8th |
| District | Pflugerville ISD | Round Rock ISD |
| Median Home Price | $450,000 | $581,000 |
| Feeds Into | Hendrickson / Weiss HS | Westwood / Round Rock / Stony Point 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 | Kelly Lane Middle School | Walsh Middle School |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | A (92/100) | A (93/100) |
| Student Achievement | A/91 | A/94 |
| School Progress | B/86 | B/89 |
| Academic Growth | B/86 | B/89 |
| Closing the Gaps | A/93 | A/91 |
| Enrollment | 910 students (6th through 8th) | 1,208 students (6th through 8th) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 19.3% | 13.3% |
| English Learners | 9.3% | 9.8% |
| TEA Distinctions | 1 of 7 earned | 2 of 7 earned |
The performance data reveals meaningful differences between these two campuses. Kelly Lane posts a A overall at 92 while Walsh comes in at A with a 93. The demographic context matters here: Kelly Lane serves 19.3% economically disadvantaged students and 9.3% English Learners, compared to 13.3% and 9.8% at Walsh. 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 Kelly Lane school page or the Walsh school page.
Kelly Lane: What Buyers Should Know
Kelly Lane serves 910 students in 6th through 8th as part of Pflugerville ISD. The campus earned a A rating (92/100) from TEA in 2025, with 1 of 7 earned for distinctions. The median home price in the zone sits around $450,000, and the feeder pattern leads to Hendrickson / Weiss HS. For buyers considering this zone, the combination of school performance, price point, and neighborhood character all factor into the decision.
The Pflugerville 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.
Walsh: What Buyers Should Know
Walsh enrolls 1,208 students in 6th through 8th within Round Rock ISD. The campus posted a A rating (93/100) in 2025 with 2 of 7 earned in the distinctions column. At a $581,000 median, the zone offers a premium price point compared to Kelly Lane. The feeder pathway goes through Westwood / Round Rock / Stony Point HS.
The Neighborhoods
Both zones offer distinct neighborhood experiences. The Kelly Lane zone at $450,000 median and the Walsh zone at $581,000 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 Kelly Lane or homes zoned to Walsh.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Kelly Lane if:
- The A rating at 92/100 meets your expectations for school performance
- The $450,000 median price point fits your budget
- The Hendrickson / Weiss HS feeder pathway aligns with your long term plans
You might lean toward Walsh if:
- The A rating at 93/100 better matches what you are looking for
- The $581,000 price point and neighborhood character appeal to you
- The Westwood / Round Rock / Stony Point 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.
