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6.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Spicewood, Texas

5 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle

Public: 4
Private: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.1/10

25% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$126,422

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$576,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
53%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
37 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
90%

Of occupied housing units

How Spicewood compares

Texas rank

#499 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.2

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$126k

170% of Texas median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Spicewood, Texas

Spicewood, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools.

With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Spicewood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Spicewood is Spicewood EL with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Spicewood is served by 2 school districts: LAKE TRAVIS ISD, MARBLE FALLS ISD. These districts collectively serve 15,320 students.

Spicewood's community shows 53% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $126,422. The poverty rate in the area is 5.7%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (5) Elementary (3) Middle (2)
Filter by Type: All Types (5) Public (4) Private (1)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (5) Academics (5) Growth (3) Resources (4)
Filter by ZIP: 78669 (5)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
SPICEWOOD EL
252 students · Pre-K–5th 		8.1
2
ROUGH HOLLOW EL
751 students · Pre-K–5th 		5.9
3
WEST CYPRESS HILLS EL
602 students · Pre-K–5th 		4.4

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
LAKE TRAVIS MIDDLE
895 students · 6th–8th 		5.8
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
ACTON IMPRIMIS LAKE TRAVIS Private
22 students · 1st–5th 		Not Rated

Schools in Spicewood

Spicewood, Texas · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$126,422

Median Home Value

$576,200

Median Rent

$1,940/mo

Population

11,980

College Educated

53%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Community Profile

Spicewood has a median household income of $126,422. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $576,200, with a median rent of $1,940/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
5
Elementary
3
Middle
2
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.1/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Spicewood schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Spicewood 📊 Niche Spicewood Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

LAKE TRAVIS ISD

11 schools · 11,272 students

MARBLE FALLS ISD

7 schools · 4,048 students

Nearby Cities

Lago Vista (4 schools)
8 mi
Dripping Springs (10 schools)
13 mi
Driftwood (1 school)
16 mi
Cedar Park (22 schools)
16 mi
West Lake Hills (2 schools)
17 mi
Marble Falls (8 schools)
19 mi
Leander (28 schools)
19 mi
Austin (333 schools)
19 mi
Manchaca (1 school)
21 mi
Liberty Hill (10 schools)
23 mi
Lewisville (5 schools)
21 mi
Johnson City (4 schools)
21 mi
Wimberley (6 schools)
25 mi
Buda (14 schools)
24 mi
Bertram (1 school)
26 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Spicewood, Texas

How many schools are in Spicewood, Texas?

Spicewood has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Spicewood, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Spicewood is 6.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Spicewood, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Spicewood on MySchoolScout is Spicewood EL with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Spicewood, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Spicewood on MySchoolScout is Spicewood EL with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Spicewood, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Spicewood on MySchoolScout is Lake Travis Middle with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Spicewood, Texas?

Spicewood is served by 2 school districts: Lake Travis ISD, Marble Falls ISD.

What is the education level in Spicewood, Texas?

According to Census data, 53% of adults in Spicewood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Spicewood, Texas?

The median household income in Spicewood is approximately $126,422 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Spicewood, Texas?

Yes, Spicewood has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Spicewood, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Spicewood is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Spicewood, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.