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#2221 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 26% in state

Lake Travis Middle

Middle School · LAKE TRAVIS ISD

4932 BEE CREEK RD, Spicewood, TX 78669

Enrollment

895

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

7.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,221 of 8,552

In Spicewood

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

LAKE TRAVIS ISD

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Travis Middle

7.6/10

Middle School in Spicewood · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lake Travis Middle

Lake Travis Middle is a public middle school in Spicewood, TX, part of LAKE TRAVIS ISD. Lake Travis Middle serves approximately 895 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Travis Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,221 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Travis Middle show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Lake Travis Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+30.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.7 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment5.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,944
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Lake Travis Middle — Students at Lake Travis Middle score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 83.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 82.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
94%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
93%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
69.4%
ELA
70.6%
2024
Math
74%
ELA
76%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Lake Travis Middle Compares

See how Lake Travis Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
74th percentile in TX
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4932 BEE CREEK RD, Spicewood, TX 78669

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Travis Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BEE CAVE MIDDLE (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Austin), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HUDSON BEND MIDDLE (rated 7.1/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Austin), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Spicewood, see our Spicewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ROUGH HOLLOW EL Spicewood 1.2 mi 8.3
ACTON IMPRIMIS LAKE TRAVIS Spicewood 2.1 mi
SERENE HILLS EL Austin 2.2 mi 7.4
BEE CAVE MIDDLE Austin 2.6 mi 8.6
LUPINE LANE Austin 3.3 mi 5.9
WEST CYPRESS HILLS EL Spicewood 3.3 mi 5.1
LAKEWAY EL Austin 3.5 mi 7.5
LAKE TRAVIS H S Austin 3.9 mi 7.4
BEE CAVE EL Austin 4.2 mi 7.3
THE PREP SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin 4.4 mi 6.8
THE MAGNOLIA SCHOOL Austin 4.5 mi 7.2
LAKE TRAVIS EL Austin 5.6 mi 3.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin 6.0 mi
HUDSON BEND MIDDLE Austin 6.8 mi 7.1
LAKE POINTE EL Austin 6.9 mi 8.4
RIVER RIDGE EL Austin 6.9 mi 9.0
ESCUELA HISPANOAMERICANA DE TEXAS Austin 7.8 mi
LAGO VISTA H S Lago Vista 7.8 mi 6.1
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TEXAS Austin 7.7 mi 8.8
LAGO VISTA EL Lago Vista 8.5 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78669 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,422

Median Home Value

$576,200

Median Rent

$1,940/mo

Population

11,980

College Educated

53.2%

Homeownership

89.7%

Avg Commute

36.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

46.2

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CREEKVIEW MIDDLE Fort Worth, TX 7.6
DANVILLE MIDDLE New Braunfels, TX 7.6
DEEPWATER J H Pasadena, TX 7.6
DONNA SHEPARD ACADEMY Mansfield, TX 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Travis Middle

What grades does Lake Travis Middle serve?

Lake Travis Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Lake Travis Middle?

Lake Travis Middle has an enrollment of approximately 895 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Travis Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Travis Middle is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Travis Middle rank in TX?

Lake Travis Middle ranks #2,221 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Lake Travis Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Travis Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Lake Travis Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Travis Middle has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lake Travis Middle a charter school?

No, Lake Travis Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake Travis Middle a Title I school?

No, Lake Travis Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Travis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

LAKE TRAVIS ISD
District Enrollment
11,272
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,944
District Rank
#4 of 11

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