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Dripping Springs ISD - Schools & Neighborhoods

Schools, ratings, and neighborhoods in Dripping Springs, Driftwood, Austin (78737).

98%

Grad Rate

$735K

Median Sold

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What is Dripping Springs ISD and why do families choose it?

Among the ZIP codes we cover, Dripping Springs ISD is the school district listed on most residential sales in 78737 and 78619, counting MLS closings over the last 2 years that name a district. In the 12 months to October 15, 2026, 793 single-family homes sold for $100,000 or more with Dripping Springs ISD on the MLS record, at a median price of $735K. TEA rates Dripping Springs ISD B (2026 preliminary rating, as of August 14, 2026).

As of October 15, 2026 · Austin MLS (ACTRIS)

Source: Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, Austin TX

Dripping Springs ISD Boundary Map

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Live District Market Data

Dripping Springs ISD Real Estate

Trailing-12-month single-family closed sales zoned to Dripping Springs ISD; refreshed october 15, 2026.

299

Active Listings

$900K

Active Median

$735K

12M SFR Median Sold

$416

Active $/Sq Ft

Active Price Band$625K - $1.4M

Schools in Dripping Springs ISD

8 schools · 8,517 students

High Schools

School	Grades	Niche	Students
Dripping Springs High School	9-12	A (as of Oct 2026)	2,482	View Details →

Middle Schools

School	Grades	Niche	Students
Dripping Springs Middle School	6-8	A (as of Oct 2026)	919	View Details →
Sycamore Springs Middle School	6-8	A (as of Oct 2026)	1,016	View Details →

Elementary Schools

School	Grades	Niche	Students
Cypress Springs Elementary	PK-5	A (as of Oct 2026)	662	View Details →
Rooster Springs Elementary	PK-5	A (as of Oct 2026)	760	View Details →
Walnut Springs Elementary	PK-5	A (as of Oct 2026)	913	View Details →
Dripping Springs Elementary	PK-5	A (as of Oct 2026)	1,053	View Details →
Sycamore Springs Elementary	PK-5	A (as of Oct 2026)	712	View Details →

School Feeder Patterns

Dripping Springs ISD Feeder Chains

Follow the path from elementary through high school. Click any school for full details, ratings, and homes in that zone.

Elementary

Middle School

High School

Feeds into

Dripping Springs High School Feeder Chain

5 elementary → 2 middle → 1 high school

Elementary (K-5)

Elementary

Dripping Springs Elementary

1,053 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Elementary

Walnut Springs Elementary

913 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Elementary

Cypress Springs Elementary

662 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Elementary

Rooster Springs Elementary

760 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Elementary

Sycamore Springs Elementary

712 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Middle (6-8)

Middle School

Dripping Springs Middle School

919 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Middle School

Sycamore Springs Middle School

1,016 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

High (9-12)

High School

Dripping Springs High School

2,482 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Elementary (K-5)

Elementary

Dripping Springs Elementary

1,053 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Elementary

Walnut Springs Elementary

913 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Elementary

Cypress Springs Elementary

662 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Elementary

Rooster Springs Elementary

760 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Elementary

Sycamore Springs Elementary

712 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Middle (6-8)

Middle School

Dripping Springs Middle School

919 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

Middle School

Sycamore Springs Middle School

1,016 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

High (9-12)

High School

Dripping Springs High School

2,482 studentsNiche A (as of Oct 2026)

About Dripping Springs Independent School District

Dripping Springs ISD is the Austin metro's fastest-growing luxury district. The community passed a $402M bond with 70% voter support to fund a second high school and new campuses - a signal of confidence in where this corridor is headed. The district serves 8,500+ students across 8 campuses in northern Hays County, stretching from downtown Dripping Springs through Driftwood to the Belterra master-planned community along Highway 290.

Why Families Choose Dripping Springs ISD

Families choose Dripping Springs for space, value, and trajectory. Belterra remains one of Austin's most successful master-planned communities with homes from $500K-$1.2M, and the Driftwood corridor offers custom home sites on larger acreage. The district is young enough that families feel ownership in shaping it - PTAs are active, bond elections pass, and new schools are built to modern standards rather than retrofitted. The tradeoff is commute time: downtown Austin is 25-35 minutes depending on traffic. For current pricing, pair the school assignment with live MLS median price, price bands, active inventory, and recent sales-through on the relevant neighborhood or ZIP guide before making an offer.

Real Estate in Dripping Springs ISD

Dripping Springs real estate has appreciated faster than any other school district corridor in the Austin metro over the past five years. The 78737 ZIP (Belterra/Sawyer Ranch) has seen particularly strong growth as tech workers seek more space without leaving the Austin orbit. The upcoming second high school (funded by the 2024 bond) will further strengthen property values as it reduces overcrowding and adds another quality campus to the system. For current pricing, pair the school assignment with live MLS median price, price bands, active inventory, and recent sales-through on the relevant neighborhood or ZIP guide before making an offer.

“Dripping Springs has become the hill country alternative to Eanes for [buyers] who want A+ schools without the highest West Austin entry point. The tradeoff is the commute, but more [buyers] are making that call every year.”
- Joe Keenan, Keenan Group at Compass

Things to Consider

Dripping Springs is 25+ miles southwest of downtown Austin. Growth has been rapid - class sizes are increasing as new subdivisions open, and infrastructure is still catching up.

District Statistics

Total Schools: 8
Total Students: 8,517
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Graduation Rate: 98%
Average SAT Score: 1151

Communities Served

Dripping SpringsDriftwoodAustin (78737)

ZIP Codes

7862078737 78619

ZIPs where MLS lists Dripping Springs ISD on at least 5% of the residential sales that report a school district, last 2 years.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dripping Springs ISD

What neighborhoods are in Dripping Springs ISD?

Dripping Springs ISD serves Dripping Springs, Driftwood, Austin (78737). Key neighborhoods include Driftwood Golf Ranch Club. Dripping Springs ISD has a live MLS trailing-12-month single-family median sold price of $735K, based on 793 closed sales zoned to Dripping Springs ISD, with active inventory currently at 299 listings.

How are Dripping Springs ISD schools rated?

Dated Niche grades for Dripping Springs ISD schools include Dripping Springs High School: Niche A (as of Oct 2026); Dripping Springs Middle School: Niche A (as of Oct 2026); Sycamore Springs Middle School: Niche A (as of Oct 2026).

How much do homes cost in Dripping Springs ISD school zones?

Dripping Springs ISD has a live MLS trailing-12-month single-family median sold price of $735K, based on 793 closed sales zoned to Dripping Springs ISD, with active inventory currently at 299 listings. Prices vary by neighborhood, product type, condition, lot, and proximity to top-rated campuses. This is a luxury district, so current median price, price bands, and sales-through matter before comparing school-zone value.

What is the graduation rate for Dripping Springs ISD?

Dripping Springs ISD has a 98% graduation rate. The average SAT score is 1151. The student-teacher ratio is 15:1.

How do I find homes in a specific Dripping Springs ISD school zone?

Dripping Springs ISD attendance boundaries are drawn to the street level and can change annually. Contact the Keenan Group with your target school and we will pull active MLS listings specifically zoned to that school. Verify current zoning with Dripping Springs ISD directly before closing - attendance boundaries and transfer policies change.

Does Dripping Springs ISD allow school transfers?

Dripping Springs ISD transfer policies vary by year based on enrollment capacity at individual schools. Most top-rated Austin-area districts use a residence-based assignment with limited transfer availability. Magnet programs, dual-language tracks, and special programs sometimes offer application-based transfers. Contact Dripping Springs ISD directly for current transfer window and application process.

Which Dripping Springs ISD neighborhoods offer the best value?

Value-optimized options in Dripping Springs ISD are typically older, smaller homes in established neighborhoods like Driftwood Golf Ranch Club. These offer the school-zone premium at 20-40% below comparable new construction or fully renovated properties in the same district. Keenan Group tracks entry-point pricing weekly across each Dripping Springs ISD neighborhood.

How does Dripping Springs ISD compare to other Austin districts?

Luxury-tier Austin districts include Eanes ISD, Lake Travis ISD, Dripping Springs ISD, and Round Rock ISD. Rankings shift slightly year-to-year but the top 4-5 Austin-area districts consistently outperform state averages.

What is the best way to tour Dripping Springs ISD schools?

Dripping Springs ISD campus tours are coordinated directly by the school or district office - many schools require advance scheduling, and some top-demand campuses have capacity constraints. Start with the district's website for tour calendars. The Keenan Group can often facilitate parent connections for insider perspective on culture, academics, and administration beyond the official tour.

What school-district factors should I weigh when buying in Dripping Springs ISD?

Beyond overall ratings, weigh: specific school attendance zone (ratings vary within a district), elementary-middle-high school feeder path alignment, AP/IB program availability, special program access (fine arts academy, magnet, dual-language), extracurricular and athletics depth, commute and transportation options, and boundary change risk. Keenan Group can map these against your specific buyer profile and target neighborhoods.

Does Dripping Springs ISD offer magnet or specialty programs?

Most Austin-area districts including Dripping Springs ISD offer specialty programs (varies by district): International Baccalaureate, magnet academies, dual-language immersion, Career and Technology Education (CTE), fine arts academies, and gifted-and-talented tracks. Program availability and application processes vary. Contact Dripping Springs ISD directly for current specialty program options - some require application-based entry separate from residence-based assignment.