Excellent
#47 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 1% in state
Hill Country Middle
Middle School · EANES ISD
1300 WALSH TARLETON RD, Austin, TX 78746
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
9.4
Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
9.4
Grades
6th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#47 of 8,552
In Austin
#2 of 241
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
EANES ISD
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Hill Country Middle
Hill Country Middle is a public middle school in Austin, TX, part of EANES ISD. Hill Country Middle serves approximately 968 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hill Country Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hill Country Middle show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 9.4
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Hill Country Middle — Students at Hill Country Middle score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Hill Country Middle Compares
See how Hill Country Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1300 WALSH TARLETON RD, Austin, TX 78746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hill Country Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CEDAR CREEK EL (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is EANES EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FOREST TRAIL EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ADULT TRANSITION SERVICES Austin | 0.2 mi | — |
| CEDAR CREEK EL Austin | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| YPW SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL West Lake Hills | 0.6 mi | — |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN West Lake Hills | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| WESTLAKE H S Austin | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| EANES EL Austin | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| FOREST TRAIL EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| FUSION ACADEMY AUS: AUSTIN Austin | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| VALLEY VIEW EL Austin | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| BARTON HILLS EL Austin | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| CASA MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Austin | 1.9 mi | — |
| O HENRY MIDDLE Austin | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ZILKER EL Austin | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| AUSTIN H S Austin | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| RICHARDS SCH FOR YOUNG WOMEN LEADERS Austin | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 2.7 mi | — |
| MATHEWS EL Austin | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SUNSET VALLEY EL Austin | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| REGENTS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| JOSLIN EL Austin | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$183,028
Median Home Value
$1,352,500
Median Rent
$2,097/mo
Population
28,268
College Educated
83.2%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
42.4
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|---|---|
| MCCULLOCH INT Dallas, TX | 9.4 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Edinburg, TX | 9.4 |
| WEST RIDGE MIDDLE Austin, TX | 9.5 |
| BARBERS HILL INT NORTH Mont Belvieu, TX | 9.7 |
| EDWARD ROBERSON MIDDLE Houston, TX | 9.1 |
| SHADOW RIDGE MIDDLE Flower Mound, TX | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hill Country Middle
What grades does Hill Country Middle serve?
Hill Country Middle serves students in grades 6th through 9th.
How many students attend Hill Country Middle?
Hill Country Middle has an enrollment of approximately 968 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hill Country Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Hill Country Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hill Country Middle rank in TX?
Hill Country Middle ranks #47 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hill Country Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Hill Country Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hill Country Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hill Country Middle has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hill Country Middle a charter school?
No, Hill Country Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hill Country Middle a Title I school?
No, Hill Country Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 968
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.2%
- Phone
- (512) 732-9220
Resources & Links
District
EANES ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,738
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,307
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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