Market Overview for Johnson City Independent School District
There are 104 active listings in Johnson City Independent School District with a median list price of $1.2M and a median sold price of $794K.
Homes average 123 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 4 homes have sold, with 69 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $644.
About Johnson City Independent School District
Johnson City Independent School District serves approximately 718 students (2023-2024) across 3 campuses primarily in Blanco County, with portions in Hays, Llano, and Travis counties. District headquarters are at 304 North LBJ Drive in Johnson City. All three campuses are named for President Lyndon B. Johnson, who graduated from Johnson City High School in 1924; the schools were officially renamed in his honor in 1963.
JCISD operates Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary (PK-5; 304 students; "B" rating), Lyndon B. Johnson Middle (6-8; 171 students; "B"), and Lyndon B. Johnson High School (9-12; 247 students; "A"). Lyndon B. Johnson High School at 505 North Nugent Avenue competes in UIL Class 2A. Mascot Eagles; colors maroon and white. Principal Russell Maedgen. Enrollment 225 (2025-2026). State titles include baseball (2011 in 1A), boys basketball (1947 in B), volleyball (2024 in 2A Division 1), and marching band (1989 in 2A).
The city of Johnson City had a 2020 Census population of 1,627 and is the county seat of Blanco County. The city was founded in 1879 by James Polk Johnson — President Johnson's uncle — and sits at the intersection of US-281 and US-290, approximately 47 miles west of Austin via Hwy 290. The Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park is 12 miles west on US-290, preserving the LBJ Ranch and the boyhood home; Pedernales Falls State Park is 10 miles east of the city. Johnson City sits about 1 mile south of the Pedernales River and bills itself as "The Crossroads of the Texas Hill Country."
Living in Johnson City Independent School District
Johnson City ISD covers the city of Johnson City (2020 Census population 1,627) and surrounding Blanco County, with extensions into Hays, Llano, and Travis counties. The district sits in the Texas Hill Country at the intersection of US-281 (running north-south) and US-290 (running east-west), approximately 47 miles west of Austin via Hwy 290. District administration is at 304 North LBJ Drive in Johnson City.
The town's character is dominated by Hill Country ranchland, the historic LBJ connection, and the surrounding Pedernales River corridor. Established neighborhoods cluster around the historic downtown courthouse area; outside the small town core, Hill Country acreage homes on 5-50+ acre lots are common throughout the surrounding ranchland.
Day-to-day retail centers on US-281 and US-290 inside Johnson City, with restaurants, antique shops, and small commercial. Larger retail is in Marble Falls (~25 miles north) and Fredericksburg (~30 miles west). Healthcare access centers on the Marble Falls and Fredericksburg medical centers, plus Austin facilities to the east.
Outdoor recreation defines the area. The Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park (12 miles west on US-290) preserves the LBJ Ranch, the boyhood home, and the LBJ State Park visitor center. Pedernales Falls State Park (10 miles east) offers the namesake step-and-pool falls along the Pedernales River, plus hiking and swimming. The Hwy 290 wine corridor between Johnson City and Fredericksburg has one of the highest concentrations of wineries in the United States, with multiple tasting rooms within a short drive.
Things to Do in Johnson City Independent School District
- Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park (12 mi W): National Park Service site preserving the LBJ Ranch, Johnson's boyhood home, and the LBJ State Park visitor center. Located 12 miles west of Johnson City on US-290.
- Pedernales Falls State Park (10 mi E): Texas State Park along the Pedernales River with the namesake step-and-pool falls, hiking, swimming, and camping. Located 10 miles east of Johnson City.
- Hwy 290 Wine Corridor (Johnson City to Fredericksburg): One of the highest concentrations of wineries in the United States, with multiple tasting rooms along Hwy 290 west of Johnson City toward Fredericksburg.
- Historic Downtown Johnson City: Johnson City's historic downtown square at the intersection of US-281 and US-290 hosts the Blanco County Courthouse (the modern county seat), restaurants, antique shops, and small commercial. The annual Lights Spectacular Christmas display draws visitors from across Texas.
- Pedernales Electric Cooperative HQ: Johnson City is the headquarters of Pedernales Electric Cooperative, the largest electric cooperative in the United States by membership — itself a Hill Country economic and infrastructure landmark.
Major Employers in Johnson City Independent School District
- Johnson City Independent School District (Education): JCISD is one of the larger employers in Blanco County, with administration at 304 North LBJ Drive and 3 campuses serving approximately 718 students.
- Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) (Utilities): The largest electric cooperative in the United States by membership; PEC's headquarters is in Johnson City and is a major regional employer.
- Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park (Federal Government / Tourism): National Park Service site 12 miles west of Johnson City; major regional employer in Hill Country tourism.
- Blanco County government (Local Government): Blanco County's modern seat is in Johnson City at the courthouse on the downtown square.
- City of Johnson City (Local Government): Municipal government for the city, serving 1,627 residents at the 2020 Census.
Johnson City Independent School District Schools
JCISD operates 3 campuses serving approximately 718 students (2023-24): Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary (PK-5), Middle (6-8), and High School (9-12). All three campuses are named for President Lyndon B. Johnson, who graduated from Johnson City HS in 1924; the schools were officially renamed in his honor in 1963.
School District: Johnson City ISD
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Johnson City ISD?
JCISD operates 3 campuses serving approximately 718 students: Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary (PK-5), LBJ Middle (6-8), and LBJ High School (9-12). All three campuses are named for President Lyndon B. Johnson.
Did LBJ actually attend Johnson City schools?
Yes. President Lyndon B. Johnson graduated from Johnson City High School in 1924. The schools were officially renamed in his honor in 1963.
What cities and neighborhoods are in Johnson City ISD?
JCISD covers the city of Johnson City (2020 Census 1,627) and surrounding Blanco County, with extensions into Hays, Llano, and Travis counties. The town sits at the intersection of US-281 and US-290 approximately 47 miles west of Austin.
How is Lyndon B. Johnson High School rated?
LBJ High School earned an 'A' overall TEA accountability rating. UIL Class 2A; mascot Eagles; principal Russell Maedgen. State titles include baseball (2011 in 1A), boys basketball (1947 in B), volleyball (2024 in 2A D1), and marching band (1989 in 2A).
What is Johnson City known for?
Johnson City is the county seat of Blanco County and the boyhood home of President Lyndon B. Johnson. The Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park (12 miles west on US-290) preserves the LBJ Ranch and Johnson's boyhood home; Pedernales Falls State Park is 10 miles east. The Hwy 290 wine corridor west of town has one of the highest concentrations of wineries in the United States.
Where is the district headquartered?
Johnson City ISD administration is at 304 North LBJ Drive in Johnson City. The city was founded in 1879 by James Polk Johnson, President Johnson's uncle.
