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Dripping Springs ISD - Schools & Neighborhoods

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

9/10

GreatSchools

A+

Niche Grade

98%

Grad Rate

$820K

Median Sold

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

Dripping Springs ISD is a luxury-tier school district serving Dripping Springs, Driftwood, Austin (78737) with 8 schools and 8,517 students. As of the 2025-2026 school year, Dripping Springs ISD holds a 9/10 GreatSchools rating and A+ Niche grade with a 98% graduation rate. The Keenan Group has 25+ years and 1,000+ transactions helping families find homes in Dripping Springs ISD school zones.

GreatSchools: 9/10 (2025-2026)
Niche: A+ (2025-2026)
School profiles: 8
Graduation Rate: 98% (2025-2026)
Live MLS median sold price: $820K; 354 SFR sales; refreshed June 14, 2026
Cities Served: Dripping Springs, Driftwood, Austin (78737)

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 june 14, 2026.

307

Active Listings

$869K

Active Median

$820K

12M SFR Median Sold

$360

Active $/Sq Ft

Active Price Band$597K - $1.3M

Schools in Dripping Springs ISD

8 schools · 8,517 students

High Schools

School	Grades	GreatSchools	Niche	Students
Dripping Springs High School	9-12	8/10	A+	2,482	View Details →

Middle Schools

School	Grades	GreatSchools	Niche	Students
Dripping Springs Middle School	6-8	7/10	A	919	View Details →
Sycamore Springs Middle School	6-8	8/10	A	1,016	View Details →

Elementary Schools

School	Grades	GreatSchools	Niche	Students
Cypress Springs Elementary	PK-5	8/10	A	662	View Details →
Rooster Springs Elementary	PK-5	9/10	A+	760	View Details →
Walnut Springs Elementary	PK-5	7/10	A-	913	View Details →
Dripping Springs Elementary	PK-5	6/10	B+	1,053	View Details →
Sycamore Springs Elementary	PK-5	7/10	A-	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

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Dripping Springs High School Feeder Chain

5 elementary → 2 middle → 1 high school

Elementary (K-5)

Elementary6/10

Middle (6-8)

Middle School7/10

Dripping Springs Middle School

919 studentsNiche A

Middle School8/10

Sycamore Springs Middle School

1,016 studentsNiche A

High (9-12)

High School8/10

Dripping Springs High School

2,482 studentsNiche A+

Elementary (K-5)

Elementary6/10

Dripping Springs Elementary

1,053 studentsNiche B+

Elementary7/10

Walnut Springs Elementary

913 studentsNiche A-

Elementary8/10

Cypress Springs Elementary

662 studentsNiche A

Elementary9/10

Rooster Springs Elementary

760 studentsNiche A+

Elementary7/10

Sycamore Springs Elementary

712 studentsNiche A-

Middle (6-8)

Middle School7/10

Dripping Springs Middle School

919 studentsNiche A

Middle School8/10

Sycamore Springs Middle School

1,016 studentsNiche A

High (9-12)

High School8/10

Dripping Springs High School

2,482 studentsNiche A+

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. Known as the 'Gateway to the Hill Country,' Dripping Springs High School had the lowest dropout rate in the Austin metro at 0.2% in 2022-2023, and Rooster Springs Elementary earned a perfect TEA 'A' across all categories. Three campuses earned A ratings in the 2025 TEA cycle.

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 families who want A+ schools without the highest West Austin entry point. The tradeoff is the commute, but more families 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

78620 78619 78737

Ratings & Rankings

9/10

GreatSchools (2025-26)

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A+

Niche (2025-26)

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#3 in Austin Area

Austin Metro Ranking

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 $820K, based on 354 closed sales zoned to Dripping Springs ISD, with active inventory currently at 307 listings.

What are the top-rated schools in Dripping Springs ISD?

As of the 2025-2026 school year, the top-rated schools in Dripping Springs ISD are Rooster Springs Elementary (9/10 GreatSchools, Niche A+), Dripping Springs High School (8/10 GreatSchools, Niche A+), Sycamore Springs Middle School (8/10 GreatSchools, Niche A). Dripping Springs ISD has an overall 9/10 GreatSchools, Niche A+.

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 $820K, based on 354 closed sales zoned to Dripping Springs ISD, with active inventory currently at 307 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 as of the 2025-2026 school year. 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?

Dripping Springs ISD ranks 9/10 on GreatSchools with a A+ Niche grade as of the 2025-2026 school year. 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, school demographics and culture fit, 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.