Market Overview for Lago Vista Independent School District
There are 316 active listings in Lago Vista Independent School District with a median list price of $500K and a median sold price of $430K.
Homes average 92 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 18 homes have sold, with 423 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $269.
About Lago Vista Independent School District
Lago Vista Independent School District serves approximately 1,887 students (2025-26) across 4 campuses in northwestern Travis County, centered on the lakeside community of Lago Vista on the north shore of Lake Travis. The district covers almost all of Lago Vista plus all of Point Venture and portions of nearby Jonestown. District headquarters are at 8039 Bar K Ranch Road in Lago Vista (78645). Lago Vista ISD earned a "C" overall TEA accountability rating (77 of 100) for 2024-2025.
LVISD operates 4 campuses: Lago Vista Elementary (PK-3), Lago Vista Intermediate (4-5), Lago Vista Middle (6-8), and Lago Vista High School (9-12). Lago Vista High School at 5185 Lohman Ford Road competes in UIL Class 4A Division 2. Mascot Vikings; colors royal blue and gold. Principal Janda Castillo. Enrollment 648 (2025-2026). The school was established in 1976 and has won state titles in cheer (2019, 2021, 2022 in 3A), girls cross country (2020 in 3A), boys golf (1987 in 1A), girls golf (1981 in 1A and 2004 in 2A), and One Act Play (2015 in 3A).
The city of Lago Vista had a 2020 Census population of 8,896 and sits along the north shore of Lake Travis (a Lower Colorado River Authority reservoir on the Colorado River, formed by Mansfield Dam). Lake Travis is part of the Highland Lakes chain and supports boating, fishing, swimming, and lakeside recreation. The city is approximately 35 minutes northwest of downtown Austin via FM 1431 and SH 71. Lago Vista's residential character is dominated by waterfront and view-lot homes, with the city-owned Lago Vista Golf Course as a community anchor. Daily retail is concentrated along FM 1431 in Lago Vista and Hwy 183A in Cedar Park (~20 miles south).
Living in Lago Vista Independent School District
Lago Vista ISD covers most of Lago Vista (2020 Census population 8,896), all of Point Venture, and portions of Jonestown along the north shore of Lake Travis. The district sits in northwestern Travis County, accessible via FM 1431 from Hwy 183 / Toll 183A.
Lake Travis is the dominant geographic feature — a Lower Colorado River Authority reservoir on the Colorado River formed by Mansfield Dam, part of the Highland Lakes chain that runs from Lake Buchanan downstream to Austin's Town Lake. Lago Vista's residential character is dominated by waterfront and view-lot homes built across the steep limestone bluffs above the lake; established neighborhoods include the Highland Lakes Estates, Bar-K, and the Lago Vista Golf Course area. Point Venture sits on a peninsula extending into the lake.
Day-to-day retail is concentrated along FM 1431 inside Lago Vista (with H-E-B Plus, smaller groceries, restaurants, and local services). The closest major retail and healthcare are in Cedar Park ~20 miles south via Hwy 183A and in Leander to the southeast. Healthcare access centers on Baylor Scott & White Cedar Park and Ascension Seton facilities in the Cedar Park / Leander area.
Outdoor recreation defines the area. Lake Travis supports boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and personal watercraft. Hippie Hollow Park (Travis County) and several public marinas are accessible from Lago Vista. The Lago Vista Golf Course and Highland Lakes Golf Course — both owned by the City of Lago Vista and open to public play — add additional recreation. Inks Lake State Park, Pedernales Falls State Park, and the Hill Country wineries along Hwy 290 west of Austin are within an hour's drive.
Things to Do in Lago Vista Independent School District
- Lake Travis & Highland Lakes: Lake Travis — a Lower Colorado River Authority reservoir on the Colorado River formed by Mansfield Dam — sits along the southern boundary of LVISD. Part of the Highland Lakes chain; supports boating, fishing, swimming, and personal watercraft. Multiple public marinas and private waterfront access points.
- Lago Vista & Highland Lakes Golf Courses: Two public golf courses inside the district, both owned by the City of Lago Vista and both designed by Leon Howard in the 1970s: Lago Vista Golf Course and Highland Lakes Golf Course, 36 holes total with Lake Travis and Hill Country views.
- Hippie Hollow Park: Travis County park on Lake Travis, accessible from Comanche Trail. Texas's only legally clothing-optional public park; rocky shoreline access and lake swimming.
- Pedernales Falls State Park (~30 mi SW): Texas State Park along the Pedernales River with the namesake step-and-pool falls, hiking, swimming, and camping. Accessible from Lago Vista via FM 1431 to Hwy 281 south.
- Inks Lake State Park (~30 mi NW): Texas State Park on Inks Lake (the second of the Highland Lakes chain), with swimming, fishing, hiking, and the iconic Devil's Waterhole. Accessible via Hwy 29 from Burnet.
Major Employers in Lago Vista Independent School District
- Lago Vista Independent School District (Education): LVISD is one of the largest employers in Lago Vista, with administration at 8039 Bar K Ranch Road and 4 campuses serving approximately 1,887 students (2025-26).
- Lago Vista Golf Course (Hospitality / Recreation): City-owned public golf course inside the city; community anchor and seasonal employer. The city also owns Highland Lakes Golf Course.
- City of Lago Vista (Local Government): Municipal government for the city, serving 8,896 residents at the 2020 Census.
- Lake Travis tourism / marina operators (Hospitality): Multiple marinas, lakeside restaurants, and tourism operators on Lake Travis employ a significant local seasonal workforce.
- Travis County government (Local Government): Travis County operations include road, parks, and other regional services across the Lago Vista area.
Lago Vista Independent School District Schools
LVISD operates 4 campuses serving approximately 1,887 students (2025-26): Lago Vista Elementary (PK-3), Lago Vista Intermediate (4-5), Lago Vista Middle (6-8), and Lago Vista High School (9-12).
School District: Lago Vista ISD
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Lago Vista ISD?
LVISD operates 4 campuses serving approximately 1,887 students (2025-26): Lago Vista Elementary (PK-3), Lago Vista Intermediate (4-5), Lago Vista Middle (6-8), and Lago Vista High School (9-12).
What cities and neighborhoods are in Lago Vista ISD?
LVISD covers almost all of Lago Vista (2020 Census population 8,896), all of Point Venture, and portions of Jonestown. Established neighborhoods include Highland Lakes Estates, Bar-K, and the area around the city-owned Lago Vista Golf Course.
How is Lago Vista ISD rated?
LVISD earned a 'C' overall TEA accountability rating (77 of 100) for 2024-2025.
What is Lago Vista High School known for?
Lago Vista HS at 5185 Lohman Ford Rd was established in 1976. UIL Class 4A Division 2; mascot Vikings; colors royal blue and gold; principal Janda Castillo. State titles include cheer (2019, 2021, 2022 in 3A), girls cross country (2020 in 3A), boys golf (1987 in 1A), girls golf (1981 in 1A; 2004 in 2A), and One Act Play (2015 in 3A).
What is Lago Vista known for?
Lago Vista (2020 Census 8,896) sits on the north shore of Lake Travis (a Lower Colorado River Authority reservoir on the Colorado River). Outdoor recreation centers on lake activities, the city-owned Lago Vista Golf Course, and access to Pedernales Falls and Inks Lake State Parks within an hour's drive.
Where is the district headquartered?
Lago Vista ISD administration is at 8039 Bar K Ranch Road in Lago Vista (78645).
