Tom Green Elementary

Buda has been one of the fastest-growing towns in the Austin metro for good reason — it offers that small-town feel with easy access to the city — but rapid growth has brought real challenges to local schools, and Tom Green Elementary reflects that transition. Families moving to the area should know that test scores here currently sit below the state midpoint across English, math, and science, so parents who want strong academics may want to look closely at what support resources and programs the school offers before committing to a home in this attendance zone. That said, Hays CISD has been actively investing in its expanding campuses, and families who get involved and advocate for their kids can still find a welcoming community here as the district works to catch up with its own growth.