Luling ISD serves Luling and nearby Caldwell and Guadalupe County communities along the San Marcos River. The town is known for its oil heritage, the Watermelon Thump festival, and a friendly small-town pace.
A quick look at the district:
Location - Luling, Caldwell County
Students - about 1,400
Campuses - three: elementary, junior high, and high school
Setting - small town, river corridor, and farmland
Luling offers older in-town homes, newer builds, and rural properties with land.
Quick market snapshot:
Average home price - about $474,000 (August 2026, HAR)
Price per square foot - about $248
Homes for sale - about 190
Average rent - about $1,699 per month
These are averages, not median sale prices, so ask your agent for recent sales that match the home you want. For nearby comparisons, see Lockhart ISD, Prairie Lea ISD, and San Marcos CISD. If you want acreage, our guide to homes with land near Austin may help.
Luling ISD operates three campuses:
Elementary - Leonard Shanklin Elementary School
Junior high - Gilbert Gerdes Junior High
High school - Luling High School
The Texas Tribune's most recent district page shows Luling ISD with an overall C, including a B in student achievement and a C in school progress. Small districts often mean small class sizes and familiar faces, though course choices can be narrower than in a larger 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.
Local events - the Watermelon Thump and the Luling Oil Museum draw visitors
Barbecue - Luling City Market is a well-known stop
Outdoors - San Marcos River access and nearby state parks
Longer errands - Lockhart, San Marcos, and Seguin have more shopping and medical care
Luling is roughly 55 miles south of downtown Austin, and most drives take about an hour to an hour and 10 minutes depending on the route. Our Austin traffic and commute guide explains the patterns to expect.
What areas does Luling ISD serve? Luling ISD serves Luling and surrounding areas of Caldwell County.
How many schools are in Luling ISD? Luling ISD has three campuses: Leonard Shanklin Elementary, Gilbert Gerdes Junior High, and Luling High School.
What is Luling ISD's rating? The most recent district page reviewed shows an overall C. Check TXschools.gov for the latest rating.
How many students attend Luling ISD? Luling ISD enrolls about 1,400 students, based on 2023-24 state data.
What is the average home price in Luling? The average home price in Luling is about $474,000 as of August 2026, based on HAR data.
How far is Luling from downtown Austin? Luling is roughly 55 miles south of downtown Austin, and most drives take about an hour to an hour and 10 minutes.
Luling combines small-town living with approachable prices, and local knowledge helps you compare neighborhoods and rural options. A Spyglass Realty agent can help you find the right fit or position your home for the best result.
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