Ed Neuhaus 
Cross District Comparison: A Leander ISD C vs an Austin ISD D
North Elementary scored a 79 on the 2025 TEA accountability rating, earning a C. Hill (Pleasant Hill) Elementary scored a 68, earning a D. 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 Leander ISD and Austin ISD respectively. The median home price near North sits around $480,000, while Hill (Pleasant Hill)’s zone comes in at $665,000. 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.
North vs Hill (Pleasant Hill): Quick Comparison
| North Elementary | Hill (Pleasant Hill) Elementary | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | C (79/100) | D (68/100) |
| Enrollment | 736 students | 421 students |
| Grades | EE through 5th | PK through 5th |
| District | Leander ISD | Austin ISD |
| Median Home Price | $480,000 | $665,000 |
| Feeds Into | Leander MS and Leander HS | Webb MS and Austin 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 | North Elementary | Hill (Pleasant Hill) Elementary |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | C (79/100) | D (68/100) |
| Student Achievement | C/77 | D/62 |
| School Progress | B/80 | D/69 |
| Academic Growth | B/80 | F/58 |
| Closing the Gaps | C/78 | D/65 |
| Enrollment | 736 students (EE through 5th) | 421 students (PK through 5th) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 18.3% | 88.1% |
| English Learners | 16.4% | 46.6% |
| TEA Distinctions | 0 of 7 earned | Not eligible (F rated) |
The performance data reveals meaningful differences between these two campuses. North posts a C overall at 79 while Hill (Pleasant Hill) comes in at D with a 68. The demographic context matters here: North serves 18.3% economically disadvantaged students and 16.4% English Learners, compared to 88.1% and 46.6% at Hill (Pleasant Hill). 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 North school page or the Hill (Pleasant Hill) school page.
North: What Buyers Should Know
North serves 736 students in EE through 5th as part of Leander ISD. The campus earned a C rating (79/100) from TEA in 2025, with 0 of 7 earned for distinctions. The median home price in the zone sits around $480,000, and the feeder pattern leads to Leander MS and Leander HS. For buyers considering this zone, the combination of school performance, price point, and neighborhood character all factor into the decision.
The Leander 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.
Hill (Pleasant Hill): What Buyers Should Know
Hill (Pleasant Hill) enrolls 421 students in PK through 5th within Austin ISD. The campus posted a D rating (68/100) in 2025 with Not eligible (F rated) in the distinctions column. At a $665,000 median, the zone offers a premium price point compared to North. The feeder pathway goes through Webb MS and Austin HS.
The Neighborhoods
Both zones offer distinct neighborhood experiences. The North zone at $480,000 median and the Hill (Pleasant Hill) zone at $665,000 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 North or homes zoned to Hill (Pleasant Hill).
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward North if:
- The C rating at 79/100 meets your expectations for school performance
- The $480,000 median price point fits your budget
- The Leander MS and Leander HS feeder pathway aligns with your long term plans
You might lean toward Hill (Pleasant Hill) if:
- The D rating at 68/100 better matches what you are looking for
- The $665,000 price point and neighborhood character appeal to you
- The Webb MS and Austin 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.
