Ed Neuhaus 
Two F Rated Middle Schools. Two Very Different Parts of Austin. Here Is What Buyers Need to Know.
Paredes Middle School and Webb Middle School both scored an F on the 2025 TEA accountability rating. Paredes came in at 59 out of 100. Webb matched it at 59. Neither school is eligible for TEA distinction designations, and both are operating under state improvement requirements. For buyers looking at homes in either zone, these numbers raise legitimate questions about what the middle school years will look like.
But scores are not the entire story, and dismissing a neighborhood because of a single campus rating means you might miss genuinely good value in the housing market. Paredes sits in far south Austin near Slaughter Lane, and Webb serves east Austin near the I-35 corridor. The median home prices ($386,000 for Paredes vs $427,000 for Webb) are among the most affordable in all of Austin ISD, and both zones have strong high school feeder options that improve the picture considerably.
I want to be upfront about the academic challenges here while still giving you the information you need to make a smart real estate decision. Lets look at the data.
Paredes vs Webb: Quick Comparison
| Paredes Middle School | Webb Middle School | |
|---|---|---|
| TEA Rating | F (59/100) | F (59/100) |
| Enrollment | 635 students | 502 students |
| Grades | 06 – 08 | 06 – 08 |
| District | Austin ISD | Austin ISD |
| Median Home Price | $386,000 | $427,000 |
| Feeds Into | Akins HS / Crockett HS | Austin HS / McCallum HS / Navarro 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 | Paredes Middle School | Webb Middle School |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | F (59/100) | F (59/100) |
| Student Achievement | F (53/100) | F (50/100) |
| School Progress | F (56/100) | F (55/100) |
| Academic Growth | F (56/100) | F (55/100) |
| Closing the Gaps | F (55/100) | F (53/100) |
| Enrollment | 635 students (06 – 08) | 502 students (06 – 08) |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 78.3% | 98.0% |
| English Learners | 36.5% | 78.5% |
| TEA Distinctions | Not eligible (F-rated) | Not eligible (F-rated) |
The domain scores are remarkably similar. Paredes edges Webb by 2 to 3 points in most categories, but neither school reaches 60 in any single domain. Both are well below the state passing threshold. The demographic profiles help explain the scale of the challenge: Webb has 98% economically disadvantaged students and 78.5% English learners, which is one of the highest concentrations in the entire district. Paredes sits at 78.3% and 36.5% respectively.
These are schools serving communities with significant economic and linguistic challenges, and the TEA scores reflect those realities. Neither school is where you want your middle school student if academic rigor at this level is your primary concern, but the housing value in both zones is genuine, and the high school outcomes offer a more promising picture.
For the full TEA breakdown, visit the Paredes Middle School page or the Webb Middle School page.
Paredes Middle: South Austin Affordability With an Early College Feeder
Paredes serves far south Austin and feeds primarily into Akins Early College High School, which earned a B (81) with 7 of 7 TEA distinctions. That high school outcome is a legitimate bright spot. Akins offers students the chance to earn up to 60 college credits through its partnership with Austin Community College. So while the middle school years present challenges, the high school feeder provides a genuinely valuable academic pathway.
The neighborhoods in the Paredes zone along Slaughter Lane offer newer construction and more square footage per dollar than almost anywhere else in Austin ISD. For buyers who are stretching to get into the district at all, this zone delivers real value.
Webb Middle: East Austin’s Most Affordable Entry Point
Webb Middle School sits in east Austin near the I-35 corridor and feeds into Austin High School, McCallum High School, and Navarro Early College High School. The diverse high school options give buyers some flexibility, and both McCallum and Austin High are well regarded campuses. Webb’s zone covers some of east Austin’s most rapidly changing neighborhoods, where long time residents and new arrivals are reshaping the community.
At $427,000 median, the Webb zone is pricier than Paredes but still well below Austin ISD’s average. The east Austin location offers proximity to downtown that far south Austin cannot match. Buyers who prioritize location and commute time over middle school scores often find this zone compelling.
The Neighborhoods
Paredes draws from subdivisions along Slaughter Lane and south of William Cannon. These are mostly post 2000 builds with conventional layouts and HOA managed common areas. The area is decidedly suburban with chain retail and easy access to I-35.
Webb’s zone covers east Austin neighborhoods along Airport Boulevard and north of Cesar Chavez. The housing stock is more varied: older bungalows, duplexes, renovated homes, and newer infill construction. The neighborhood character is more urban and eclectic than what you find in far south Austin.
Browse all homes zoned to Paredes Middle or homes zoned to Webb Middle.
Which School Fits You?
You might lean toward Paredes if:
- You want the most affordable entry point into Austin ISD
- The Akins Early College High School pipeline (B rated, college credit opportunity) appeals to you
- You prefer newer suburban construction with larger floor plans
You might lean toward Webb if:
- Proximity to central and downtown Austin matters more than price per square foot
- You want access to Austin High School or McCallum High School
- You prefer the eclectic, urban character of east Austin neighborhoods
I am not going to pretend either of these is a great middle school option on the academic side. The F ratings speak for themselves. But real estate is about the whole picture: price, location, neighborhood character, high school destination, and long term potential. Both zones offer genuine value for buyers who understand the trade offs.
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