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Can You Tell Which District a School Belongs To Just by Looking at the Numbers?
North Elementary in Leander ISD earned a C on the 2024-2025 TEA accountability rating ([Texas Tribune](https://schools.texastribune.org/districts/leander-isd/north-el-leander/)). Davis Elementary in Austin ISD also earned a C in 2024-2025. Two C rated schools in two different districts. But the similarities end there. North is a larger campus with 736 students in Leander. Davis serves 643 students in the north Austin neighborhoods that straddle the ISD boundary. Median home prices in the surrounding ZIP codes are roughly $468,000 in Leander 78641 and $486,500 in Austin 78727 ([Austin/Central Texas MLS, 2025 closed sales](https://neuhausre.com)).
Pricing is closer than you might guess. The choice is less about a school price gap and more about location, neighborhood character, and what “north Austin” means to different buyers. Some people want the Austin city limits and everything that comes with them. Others want the Leander address and the Leander ISD name. Neither choice is wrong, but the trade offs are real and worth understanding before you sign anything.
North vs Davis Elementary: Quick Comparison
| North Elementary | Davis Elementary | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating (2024-25) | C | C |
| Enrollment | 736 students | 643 students |
| Grades | PK – 05 | PK – 05 |
| District | Leander ISD | Austin ISD |
| Median Home Price (ZIP) | $468,000 (78641) | $486,500 (78727) |
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 | North Elementary | Davis Elementary |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | C | C |
| Student Achievement | B | C |
| School Progress | C | C |
| Closing the Gaps | C | C |
| Enrollment | ~750 students (PK – 05) | ~650 students (PK – 05) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | ~24% | ~30% |
Both schools earned an overall C in 2024-2025. North edged Davis on Student Achievement (B vs C), while School Progress and Closing the Gaps came in at C for both campuses. Demographically the two zones are closer than you might expect: roughly 24% of North students are economically disadvantaged, and roughly 30% at Will Davis ([Texas Tribune](https://schools.texastribune.org/districts/leander-isd/north-el-leander/), [Public School Review](https://www.publicschoolreview.com/davis-elementary-school-profile/78727)).
For the full TEA breakdown, visit the North Elementary school page or the Davis Elementary school page.
North Elementary: Leander ISD Value in Leander
North Elementary is a campus in the city of Leander, and its zone covers a wide range of housing options from townhomes to single family homes. The Leander ISD label is a draw for many buyers who associate the district with strong academics and well funded schools. The 78641 ZIP, which contains the school, offers one of the more accessible entry points into Leander ISD, and the surrounding commercial development along the 183 corridor means daily errands are convenient.
The B in Student Achievement tells you teachers at North are getting results even as the overall rating sits at C level. Leander ISD has a track record of supporting campuses that need investment, so the trajectory here could improve as the district continues to grow.
Davis Elementary: North Austin’s Quiet Middle Ground
Davis sits in a pocket of north Austin that many buyers overlook in favor of flashier neighborhoods. The homes here are a mix of 1980s and 1990s construction with some newer builds filling in gaps. The area is genuinely convenient, close to the Arboretum, the Domain, and the major employment centers along MoPac and 183. The 78727 ZIP median is right around $486,500, in line with comparable Leander ISD zones, but you get a location that puts you in the heart of north Austin’s commercial corridor.
The school itself performs at a solid C level across all domains. It is not going to win any awards, but it is stable, well staffed, and embedded in a community that has been here for decades. For buyers who prioritize location over school ratings, Davis offers a central position that is hard to replicate at this price anywhere else in Austin ISD.
The Neighborhoods
North’s zone is suburban Leander with modern commercial amenities and newer infrastructure. Davis’s zone is established north Austin with mature trees, older homes, and walkable access to retail and dining along the Research Boulevard corridor. The vibe is different even though the schools are similar in performance.
Browse all homes zoned to North Elementary or homes zoned to Davis Elementary.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward North Elementary if:
- You want Leander ISD in a ZIP code where the median is still under $500,000
- The Leander suburban lifestyle and newer commercial development appeal to you
- You value a campus with a Student Achievement edge in the 2024-25 TEA data
You might lean toward Davis Elementary if:
- Location in north Austin near the Domain and Arboretum matters most
- You want to be in Austin ISD for access to the district’s magnet and transfer programs
- Established neighborhoods with mature character appeal to you more than suburban new builds
Here is my honest take. If schools are the top priority, North offers a slight edge on Student Achievement with the Leander ISD name behind it. If location and proximity to central Austin employment is the top priority, Davis wins that comparison easily. Two different answers to two different questions.
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