Del Valle ISD serves southeast Travis County, including the Del Valle area, Creedmoor, Webberville, most of Mustang Ridge, and parts of Austin, along with the Hornsby Bend, Elroy, and Pilot Knob communities. The district enrolled about 11,300 students in 2023-24, making it one of the larger school districts on Austin's southeast side.
A quick look at the district:
Location - southeast Travis County, near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Students - about 11,300 (2023-24)
Campuses - about 15, including nine elementary schools, three middle schools, and three high school level campuses
Growth area - the Whisper Valley area, where a new high school is planned
If you're comparing southeast Austin options, our Del Valle real estate guide and Del Valle homebuyer overview are good places to start.
Del Valle remains one of the more affordable areas this close to downtown Austin, with a mix of established homes, larger rural-edge lots, and new construction.
Quick market snapshot:
Average home price - about $409,000 (October 2026)
Price per square foot - about $213
Homes for sale - about 184
Average rent for a home - about $1,938
Buyers looking at newer subdivisions should read our guide to new construction homes in Austin before touring model homes. For a wider look at the east side of the city, see East Austin real estate.
Del Valle ISD operates campuses at every level, including these named schools:
High school - Del Valle High School, with North Del Valle High School planned
Elementary - Baty, Creedmoor, Del Valle, Hillcrest, Hornsby-Dunlap, Newton Collins, Popham, Smith, and Joseph Gilbert
Other - Del Valle Opportunity Center
Del Valle ISD received an overall D rating in the 2024-25 state accountability ratings. The district's four-year graduation rate was 92.8%, above the 90.3% statewide figure.
The honest takeaway: graduation results are a bright spot, while the overall state rating shows room to improve. Families should check the current rating for each campus a home is zoned to on TXschools.gov and visit schools in person. For a wider comparison, see our best school districts in Austin guide and our tips for buying a home near a school.
Del Valle ISD is building for growth. Voters approved a $300 million bond in 2022 to fund a new high school and land for future campuses, and Fox 7 Austin reported that the bond was not projected to raise the district's tax rate.
North Del Valle High School - now expected to open in fall 2028, a one-year delay
Reason for the delay - the district says roads around the Whisper Valley campus site have not been built, according to Fox 7 Austin
Interim plan - incoming 2027 freshmen will attend Del Valle High School and transfer once the new school opens
Buyers near Whisper Valley should ask about attendance zones and opening timelines before making an offer.
Del Valle sits southeast of downtown Austin, just past Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Most drives to downtown run about 20 to 30 minutes depending on the route and traffic. Our Austin traffic and commute guide covers rush hour patterns, and nearby Manor and Hutto ISD offer comparisons for buyers weighing other east-side options.
What areas does Del Valle ISD serve? Del Valle ISD serves southeast Travis County, including Del Valle, Creedmoor, Webberville, most of Mustang Ridge, parts of Austin, and the Hornsby Bend, Elroy, and Pilot Knob communities.
How many students attend Del Valle ISD? Del Valle ISD enrolled about 11,300 students in 2023-24 across roughly 15 campuses.
What is Del Valle ISD's rating? Del Valle ISD received an overall D rating in the 2024-25 state accountability ratings. Ratings vary by campus, so check the specific schools a home is zoned to.
Is Del Valle ISD building new schools? Yes. A $300 million bond approved in 2022 is funding a new high school, North Del Valle High School, which is now expected to open in fall 2028.
What is the average home price in Del Valle? The average home price in Del Valle is about $409,000 as of October 2026, based on HAR data.
How far is Del Valle from downtown Austin? Del Valle is southeast of downtown Austin near the airport, and most drives take about 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic.
Del Valle ISD homes sit close to Austin's core, and school zoning makes local guidance especially valuable. A Spyglass Realty agent can help you confirm campus assignments, compare Del Valle with nearby communities, and time your move.
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