Market Overview for Jarrell Independent School District
There are 368 active listings in Jarrell Independent School District with a median list price of $300K and a median sold price of $275K.
Homes average 93 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 63 homes have sold, with 862 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $189.
About Jarrell Independent School District
Jarrell Independent School District serves approximately 3,713 students (2023-2024) across 6 campuses in northwestern Williamson County, centered on the town of Jarrell along Interstate 35 approximately 30 miles north of Austin and 17 miles north of Georgetown. The district covers approximately 84 square miles and is headquartered at 108 East Avenue F in Jarrell (76537). Student enrollment more than doubled between 2012 and 2019, reflecting the residential growth along the I-35 corridor between Austin and Waco.
JISD operates Double Creek Elementary, Igo Elementary, Jarrell Elementary, Jarrell Middle, and Jarrell High School. The town of Jarrell itself had a 2020 Census population of 1,753 — up 78.2% from 984 in 2010 — reflecting the I-35 corridor residential growth. Jarrell sits along Ronald Reagan Boulevard, providing a north-south Hill Country alternative to I-35 for commuters between Williamson County and northern Travis County.
Master-planned and large-subdivision communities along the Jarrell-area I-35 / Ronald Reagan Boulevard corridor include Sonterra, Stewart Crossing, Cool Water Crossing, and Park View at Sonterra. Day-to-day retail and services are concentrated along the I-35 frontage in Jarrell and at the Hwy 195 / I-35 interchange, with larger retail in Georgetown (~17 miles south) and Round Rock.
Living in Jarrell Independent School District
Jarrell ISD covers approximately 84 square miles in northwestern Williamson County, centered on the town of Jarrell (2020 Census population 1,753) along Interstate 35 approximately 30 miles north of Austin and 17 miles north of Georgetown. District administration is at 108 East Avenue F in Jarrell.
Jarrell's residential growth has been concentrated along the I-35 corridor between Austin and Waco. Master-planned and large-subdivision communities in the JISD area include Sonterra (north of town along I-35), Stewart Crossing, Cool Water Crossing, and Park View at Sonterra. The historic core of the town sits along Avenue F and the original IH-35 frontage road, with smaller infill subdivisions inside the city limits. Ronald Reagan Boulevard, running north-south just west of I-35, provides a Hill Country alternative commuter route into Cedar Park and northern Travis County.
Day-to-day retail and services are concentrated along the I-35 frontage in Jarrell and at the Hwy 195 / I-35 interchange, with larger retail in Georgetown (~17 miles south) and Round Rock. Healthcare access centers on St. David's Georgetown Hospital, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Georgetown, and the Round Rock medical centers further south.
Outdoor recreation in the Jarrell area centers on Granger Lake (a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir on the San Gabriel River, ~15 miles east) and Lake Georgetown (~20 miles south). The Hill Country wineries along Hwy 290 and the Highland Lakes chain northwest of Burnet are within driving distance.
Things to Do in Jarrell Independent School District
- Granger Lake (~15 mi E): U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir on the San Gabriel River with multiple Corps parks, fishing, boating, and camping. Approximately 15 miles east of Jarrell via FM 487.
- Lake Georgetown (~20 mi S): U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir on the North San Gabriel River with hiking, boating, swimming, and Russell Park / Cedar Breaks Park / Jim Hogg Park.
- Ronald Reagan Boulevard / Hill Country Commute: Ronald Reagan Boulevard runs north-south just west of I-35, providing a Hill Country alternative commuter route into Cedar Park and northern Travis County.
- I-35 Corridor Access: Jarrell sits directly along Interstate 35, providing fast access to Austin (~30 miles south), Round Rock and Georgetown (south), and Waco / Temple (north).
- Sun City Texas / Berry Creek (~17 mi S): Major Georgetown master-planned communities — Sun City Texas (Del Webb's largest active-adult community in Texas) and Berry Creek — sit just south of Jarrell along I-35 in Georgetown ISD.
Major Employers in Jarrell Independent School District
- Jarrell Independent School District (Education): JISD is one of the largest employers in northwestern Williamson County, with administration at 108 East Avenue F and 6 campuses serving approximately 3,713 students.
- I-35 corridor logistics & manufacturing (Logistics / Manufacturing): The I-35 corridor between Austin and Waco hosts multiple logistics and light-manufacturing employers in and around Jarrell.
- City of Jarrell (Local Government): Municipal government for the city, serving 1,753 residents at the 2020 Census.
- Williamson County government (regional) (Local Government): Williamson County operations are concentrated in Georgetown but include facilities and employees across the eastern county including Jarrell.
- Local agricultural operations (Agriculture): Cattle ranching and small agricultural operations remain a part of the area's economic base alongside the recent residential growth.
Jarrell Independent School District Schools
JISD operates 6 campuses serving approximately 3,713 students (2023-24), with enrollment more than doubling between 2012 and 2019. The system includes 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and Jarrell High School.
School District: Jarrell ISD
Public Schools
- Double Creek Elementary - JISD elementary (PK-5).
- Igo Elementary - JISD elementary (PK-5).
- Jarrell Elementary - JISD's original elementary feeding Jarrell Middle and Jarrell HS.
- Jarrell Middle - JISD middle school (6-8) feeding Jarrell HS.
- Jarrell High School - JISD's comprehensive HS.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Jarrell ISD?
JISD operates 6 campuses serving approximately 3,713 students (2023-2024): 3 elementary schools (Double Creek, Igo, Jarrell), Jarrell Middle (6-8), and Jarrell High School (9-12). District enrollment more than doubled between 2012 and 2019.
What cities and neighborhoods are in Jarrell ISD?
JISD covers approximately 84 square miles in northwestern Williamson County, centered on the town of Jarrell (2020 Census 1,753) along Interstate 35 about 30 miles north of Austin. Master-planned communities include Sonterra, Stewart Crossing, Cool Water Crossing, and Park View at Sonterra.
Where is Jarrell located?
Jarrell sits along Interstate 35 approximately 30 miles north of Austin, 17 miles north of Georgetown, and 24 miles north of Round Rock. Ronald Reagan Boulevard provides an alternative north-south Hill Country commuter route just west of I-35.
What is the population trajectory of Jarrell?
The city of Jarrell had a 2020 Census population of 1,753 — up 78.2% from 984 in 2010 — reflecting the residential growth along the I-35 corridor between Austin and Waco. Jarrell ISD enrollment more than doubled between 2012 and 2019.
What outdoor recreation is near Jarrell ISD?
Granger Lake (a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir on the San Gabriel River, ~15 miles east), Lake Georgetown (~20 miles south), and the Hill Country wineries along Hwy 290 are all within driving distance. The Highland Lakes chain northwest of Burnet is accessible via Hwy 195.
Where is the district headquartered?
Jarrell ISD administration is at 108 East Avenue F in Jarrell (76537).
