Del Valle Independent School District
BOfficial accountability rating: D (Texas Education Agency A–F rating, 2024-25 school year).
TEA released the 2024 and 2025 A–F accountability ratings on August 15, 2025, the most recent official ratings after a two-year pause from litigation. The letter grades shown elsewhere on this page are indicative composite grades compiled from public data, not the state’s official rating; confirm any district or campus rating at txschools.gov.
Del Valle ISD serves approximately 12,000 students in the communities southeast of Austin, including Del Valle and portions of southeast Travis County. The district has gained significant attention in recent years due to its proximity to Tesla's Gigafactory Texas and the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, both of which are driving economic development and population growth in the area. While Del Valle ISD carries a B rating and does not match the academic prestige of Austin's western and northern suburban districts, it is an affordable entry point into the Austin metro area with schools that are steadily improving. The influx of new residents and commercial tax revenue from Tesla and related developments is expected to benefit the district's funding and facilities over time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is Tesla's Gigafactory affecting Del Valle ISD?
Tesla's Gigafactory Texas, located within Del Valle ISD boundaries, has brought significant economic development to the area. The massive manufacturing facility and its supply chain are driving new residential construction, commercial development, and population growth in southeast Travis County. For the school district, this means a growing tax base that can fund facility improvements and new programs, as well as an influx of new families moving to the area for employment. The district is working to build new campuses and expand capacity to accommodate expected enrollment growth in the coming years.
How does Del Valle ISD compare to Austin ISD and other nearby districts?
Del Valle ISD's B rating places it below the highest-performing Austin-area districts like Eanes (A+), Round Rock (A), and Leander (A), but it is comparable to or slightly below Austin ISD's B+ rating. The key advantage of Del Valle ISD is affordability, with home prices significantly lower than most other parts of the Austin metro area. The district is also smaller and more community-oriented than the sprawling Austin ISD. Families who prioritize proximity to southeast Austin employers and affordable housing may find Del Valle ISD to be a practical choice, especially as the area continues to develop.
What career and technical education programs does Del Valle ISD offer?
Del Valle ISD has invested in career and technical education programs that align with the growing industrial and technology sectors in southeast Austin. Del Valle High School offers pathways in manufacturing, automotive technology, healthcare, information technology, and other career fields. The district's proximity to Tesla, the airport, and the logistics corridor along Highway 130 provides students with real-world connections to employers and potential internship opportunities. The CTE programs are designed to prepare students for both college and direct entry into the workforce.