Liberty Hill Independent School District (LHISD) has officially broken ground on its ninth elementary school, Saddleback Elementary, which is scheduled to open in the fall of 2027. This new educational facility will serve families in the Santa Rita Ranch neighborhood and is designed to accommodate up to 1,000 students, according to district officials.

Temporary Arrangements for Students

In preparation for the opening of Saddleback Elementary, the district has arranged for students to attend classes at Louine Nobles Elementary School during the 2026-27 academic year. This temporary measure ensures that students will have a seamless transition to the new campus once it is ready.

Addressing Enrollment Growth

The construction of Saddleback Elementary is part of LHISD’s broader strategy to manage increasing student enrollment. The district has been proactive in expanding its infrastructure, with Lariat Trails Elementary School, the eighth elementary school, set to open for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. Additionally, earlier this month, LHISD celebrated the groundbreaking of Legacy Ranch High School, its second high school, which will open this fall.

These developments reflect the district’s commitment to providing quality education facilities to meet the needs of a growing community. As Liberty Hill continues to expand, the district’s efforts to enhance educational opportunities demonstrate a focus on supporting traditional family values and ensuring that local children have access to quality education close to home.

Original reporting: Community Impact — Austin — read the source article.