Lake Travis Middle

Lake Travis Middle in Spicewood, TX, is a high-performing public school serving 968 students in grades 6-8 as part of the top-rated Lake Travis Independent School District (Isd), consistently ranking in the top 6% of Texas middle schools. This school stands out for its exceptional advanced math program, with a remarkable 99.41% of students proficient in Algebra I—far exceeding the state average of 54% and outperforming nearby peers like Four Points Middle and Small Middle. However, it has seen a slight recent decline in overall state ranking, now placing 150th compared to its in-district rival Bee Cave Middle, which ranks higher at 86th and consistently leads in Reading and Science.

A notable district-wide challenge is a "7th grade math slump," where proficiency drops sharply across all Lake Travis ISD middle schools—from 68% in 6th grade to 44% in 7th grade at Lake Travis Middle—suggesting a curriculum gap that parents should be aware of. This slump is less severe at top-performing schools like West Ridge Middle (Eanes ISD) and Canyon Ridge Middle (Leander ISD), which have surpassed Lake Travis in recent rankings. Meanwhile, Hudson Bend Middle, the third school in the district, trails significantly in math, highlighting disparities within the same district.

Despite a higher student-teacher ratio (17.2:1) and lower per-student spending ($9,076) than many peers, Lake Travis Middle achieves strong results through effective teaching and a supportive community. The school excels with its Multi-Racial student population, ranking in the 98th percentile statewide, but shows inconsistent support for low socio-economic status students, with performance fluctuating from the 82nd to 51st percentile in recent years. For parents considering options, this school offers a robust academic foundation, especially in advanced math, but may require extra attention to math transitions and equity in support programs.