Whitestone Elementary maintained strong proficiency standing through 2025-26, continuing to rank among the higher-performing campuses in LISD's western cluster. Parents consistently praised the Whitestone experience during the 2024-25 school year, specifically noting the teachers' attentiveness and the dependable communication through ParentSquare. The school's combination of a solid academic standing and a 33% English Language Development population, a figure that exceeds those of many recognized schools in the district, distinguishes it as a uniquely successful high-achieving school within the Leander area.

Q1. Does Whitestone Elementary offer a GATE program?

Ans. Yes, Whitestone Elementary has a Gifted and Talented program through Leander ISD. The identification process follows LISD's district-wide evaluation cycle.

Q2. What bilingual programs does Whitestone Elementary provide?

Ans. Whitestone Elementary has 33% of its students enrolled in bilingual and English Language Development programs, one of the higher ELD rates among high-performing campuses in LISD. ELD instruction at Whitestone Elementary is delivered as part of the regular school day across all grade levels rather than as a separate intervention track.

Q3. What after-school programs does Whitestone Elementary offer?

Ans. Whitestone Elementary participates in LISD's extended learning programs and has an active PTSA that runs enrichment events throughout the year.

Q4. What middle school do Whitestone Elementary students attend?

Ans. Whitestone Elementary students typically continue to Leander Middle School within LISD and then on to Leander High School. The feeder keeps students connected in the same district community across the transition from elementary to middle school.

Q5. How does Whitestone Elementary stay connected with families?

Ans. Whitestone Elementary uses ParentSquare as its primary family communication platform, and the school's PTSA is one of the more active parent organizations in LISD's western elementary cluster.