Leander Independent School District
AOfficial accountability rating: B (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.
Leander ISD is one of the fastest-growing school districts in Texas, serving approximately 42,000 students across the cities of Leander, Cedar Park, and portions of northwest Austin. The district has earned a strong reputation for academic excellence, with multiple high schools ranking among the best in Central Texas. Vandegrift High School, in particular, is frequently recognized as one of the top public high schools in the state. Leander ISD has invested heavily in new campus construction and technology infrastructure to keep pace with the explosive population growth in the Williamson County corridor, and the district offers a range of programs including advanced academics, fine arts, career and technical education, and competitive athletics.
Top Schools
Running Brushy Middle School
middle SchoolVandegrift High School
high SchoolVista Ridge High School
high SchoolLeander High School
high SchoolNeighborhoods in This District
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Leander ISD managing its rapid growth?
Leander ISD has been among the fastest-growing districts in Texas for over a decade, driven by the booming population in Williamson County and northwest Travis County. The district has passed multiple bond elections totaling billions of dollars to fund new schools, expand existing campuses, and modernize technology. In recent years, LISD has opened several new elementary, middle, and high school campuses to alleviate overcrowding and reduce the need for portable buildings.
What makes Vandegrift High School one of the top-rated schools in Texas?
Vandegrift High School in the Four Points area of northwest Austin consistently earns top marks for its rigorous academics, extensive AP course offerings, and high college readiness scores. The school benefits from a highly educated parent community, many of whom work in the tech industry. Vandegrift also excels in extracurriculars, with award-winning band, theater, and athletic programs. Its campus facilities are among the newest and most modern in the district.
How affordable is housing in the Leander ISD attendance zone?
Housing in Leander ISD spans a wide range of price points, making it one of the more accessible high-performing districts in the Austin metro area. Homes in Leander proper and older sections of Cedar Park can be found starting in the $300,000 to $400,000 range, while newer developments and homes closer to the Four Points area near Vandegrift High School tend to range from $500,000 to over $1 million. Compared to Eanes or Lake Travis ISD, Leander ISD generally offers more home for the money while still providing strong school ratings.