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| Metric | Leander Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 42,415 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 50 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,015/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leander Independent School District (this district) | 9/10 | 86th | 42,415 |
| Houston Independent School District | NR | — | 187,000 |
| Dallas Independent School District | 5/10 | 48th | 145,000 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 86th percentile → 9/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Leander Independent School District
Zip code 78641 in Leander, Texas is served by Leander Independent School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Leander Independent School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Leander Independent School District spent $10,015 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 8% below Texas’s statewide $10,900 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 44 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Leander Independent School District qualifies as a very large district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
With a rating of 9/10 (excellent), Leander Independent School District ranks among Texas’s top-tier-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Leander Independent School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Texas on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 78641 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 78641
Children in zip code 78641 are assigned to Leander Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 78641, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Leander Independent School District at (512)570-0000 or visit www.leanderisd.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Leander
For families considering a purchase in the Leander area, district assignment matters financially. Because Leander Independent School District serves zip code 78641, homes in and around zip code 78641 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Leander Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 78641.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Leander Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 78641 data.