Blanco ISD serves the town of Blanco and the surrounding Hill Country in Blanco County. It is a small, close-knit district known for ranch land, the Blanco River, and a historic town square.
A quick look at the district:
Location - Blanco, Blanco County
Students - about 1,100
Campuses - three: elementary, middle, and high school
Setting - small town, river valley, ranches, and acreage
Blanco ISD homes range from older in-town houses to Hill Country ranches and large rural parcels. A few high-value properties can pull averages up, so a single number does not tell the whole story.
Quick market snapshot:
Average home price - about $939,000 (October 2026, HAR)
Price per square foot - about $381
Homes for sale - about 537 across the Blanco area
Because the market mixes ranches, land, and in-town homes, ask your agent for recent sales that match the type of property you want. If you are weighing acreage, see our guide to homes with land near Austin. For nearby options, compare Johnson City ISD, Wimberley ISD, and Dripping Springs ISD.
Blanco ISD operates three campuses:
Elementary - Blanco Elementary School
Middle school - Blanco Middle School
High school - Blanco High School
Blanco ISD earned an overall B in the most recent Texas Education Agency ratings reviewed, with a B in closing the gaps and a C in both student achievement and school progress. Small districts often mean small class sizes and familiar faces, though course choices can be narrower than in a large district. Check current results on TXschools.gov, and tour the campuses before you buy. For a wider comparison, see our best school districts in Austin guide.
Life in Blanco is built around the outdoors and small-town community.
River and parks - the Blanco River and Blanco State Park draw swimmers, paddlers, and campers
Town square - local shops, cafes, and community events
Space - larger lots, ranches, and Hill Country views
Longer errands - expect a drive to San Antonio, Austin, or Johnson City for major shopping and medical care
Blanco is roughly 55 miles southwest of downtown Austin, and most drives take about an hour and 10 minutes depending on the route. Most residents do not plan on a daily Austin commute, but weekend trips are easy. Our Austin traffic and commute guide covers the patterns to expect.
What areas does Blanco ISD serve? Blanco ISD serves the town of Blanco and surrounding rural areas of Blanco County.
How many schools are in Blanco ISD? Blanco ISD has three campuses: Blanco Elementary, Blanco Middle School, and Blanco High School.
What is Blanco ISD's rating? Blanco ISD earned an overall B in the most recent Texas Education Agency ratings reviewed.
How many students attend Blanco ISD? Blanco ISD enrolls about 1,100 students, based on 2023-24 state data.
What kind of homes are in Blanco ISD? You will find in-town homes, Hill Country ranches, river properties, and acreage. The average price is about $939,000 as of October 2026, but prices vary widely by property type.
How far is Blanco from downtown Austin? Blanco is roughly 55 miles southwest of downtown Austin, and most drives take about an hour and 10 minutes.
Hill Country and ranch properties are unique, so pricing and marketing them well takes local knowledge. A Spyglass Realty agent can help you find the right property or position your home for the best result.
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