If you’ve considered finding a home in Central Texas in a community with a small-town feel, near major amenities such as Downtown Austin, and seeking a reputable school system, Leander has probably hit the top of your list. The sleepy but budding town of Leander offers a balanced lifestyle with locally-owned businesses, close-knit neighborhoods, and exciting development. It also boasts an attractive school system that helps maintain attractiveness to those seeking reliable educational resources. Leander Independent School District in Williamson County Texas is home to top-notch teachers, high rates of success, and low student to teacher ratios.
The latest reports on schools in Texas (2018-2019) show Leander ISD as a top choice for students. The school’s success rate with students graduating on time (the percentage of students who received a diploma and started ninth grade in 2014-2015) sits at 98.8% (8.8% higher than the state average). It has earned an A rating in student achievement, averages higher ACT and SAT scores than the state average, and holds much higher rates of Reading and Math comprehension than statewide percentages: Reading: 82.2% and Math: 74.2%. What’s even better is that the classroom sizes remain low, with about 15 students per teacher so that kids in the Leander ISD receive the attention they deserve.
Finding the right home for you and your loved ones is one of the most impactful decisions you will ever make. If you are looking for the perfect community near Austin with a small-town feel, take a peek at Leander. Contact Cummings Team® with any questions you may have. We are always happy to show you around our neighborhoods. 512-619-3186.