Elgin Middle

Elgin Middle sits in the small-town heart of Elgin, a community about 30 miles east of Austin that's growing fast as families look for more space without leaving the metro area behind. The school serves a largely working-class community, and while test scores reflect some of the challenges that come with rapid growth and limited resources, the math program shows relative strength worth noting. Families drawn to Elgin's tight-knit feel and affordable housing will find a school that's part of an evolving district working to keep pace with its booming population.