Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle

Stacy Kaye Danielson Middle is a newer addition to Leander ISD, a district that's grown rapidly alongside the suburban boom stretching northwest of Austin — and the school holds its own well, particularly in science where it ranks in the 80th percentile statewide. Families drawn to the area tend to love the balance of affordable (by Austin-metro standards) housing, a strong sense of community, and relatively easy access to the city without being in the thick of it. If you're settling into one of Leander's newer neighborhoods and looking for a solid middle school with room to grow, Danielson is a reassuring option.