A new school year brings plenty of change for families, from new teachers and classmates to fresh routines at home. This year is especially meaningful at Lariat, where Lariat Trails Elementary has officially opened its doors for the 2026-2027 school year.
Located right within the Lariat community, the new elementary school gives families access to Liberty Hill ISD education close to home while creating another important gathering place for the neighborhood. For parents considering family-friendly communities near Austin, having a school nearby can make everything from weekday routines to neighborhood friendships feel more connected.
Meet Lariat Trails Elementary
Lariat Trails Elementary is Liberty Hill ISD’s newest elementary campus, and has already welcomed its first group of students on August 12, 2026. Located at 3086 County Road 214 in Liberty Hill, the school sits on about 12 acres in Lariat and includes 108,000 square feet of space for students from prekindergarten through fifth grade.
The two-story campus includes classrooms organized by grade level, along with a library, art room, science labs, and an outdoor courtyard. These spaces give students opportunities to learn, create, explore, and connect with one another throughout the school day.
Leading Lariat Trails Elementary is Principal Christina Gamez, a longtime Liberty Hill ISD educator and administrator who joined the district in 2012. She also brings experience helping open other new campuses within the district, including Rancho Sienna Elementary and Santa Rita Elementary. As Lariat Trails begins its first year, Gamez is focused on building a welcoming school culture where students can feel known, supported, and encouraged to succeed.
Making School Days More Convenient
Having an elementary school within Lariat can make a noticeable difference in the rhythm of family life. For some residents, the school may be within walking or biking distance, making it easier to start and end the school day. Individual routes, transportation options, and school assignments can vary, so families should always confirm current information with Liberty Hill ISD.
The convenience stretches beyond getting to and from class. When school and home are part of the same community, children may find that many of the friends they make during the day are also their neighbors. A friendship that starts in the classroom can continue during an afternoon at the playground, a bike ride through the neighborhood, or a weekend community event.
For parents, those connections can develop just as naturally through school activities, volunteering, and meeting other families who share similar routines.
Growing and Learning in Liberty Hill ISD
Lariat is located within Liberty Hill ISD, giving families access to a district that serves students from their early elementary years through high school. As children progress, the district offers opportunities to explore interests beyond core academics through fine arts, athletics, STEM, clubs, leadership activities, and other programs.
What remains especially exciting for younger Lariat residents is the opportunity to help shape the traditions of a brand-new school. As the first students settle into Lariat Trails Elementary, they will be part of establishing the relationships, activities, and school spirit that shape the campus for years to come.
Where School and Community Come Together
An on-site elementary school fits naturally into the lifestyle Lariat has created for families. When the last bell rings, children do not have to leave the neighborhood behind to find opportunities for fun. Lariat’s trails, parks, playgrounds, and green spaces give families plenty of ways to spend time outside, whether that means an afternoon bike ride, a trip to the playground, or a walk together after dinner.
Lariat also offers HOA-programmed events throughout the year, including farmers' markets, group clubs, karaoke nights, and seasonal gatherings. These events give another opportunity for children and parents to say hello to familiar faces, meet new neighbors, and feel more involved in the community around them.
Together, the school and neighborhood create a setting where learning, recreation, and community life can complement one another rather than feeling like separate parts of the day.
Start the School Year at Lariat
The opening of Lariat Trails Elementary marks an exciting new phase for the entire community. Students have a brand-new place to learn, parents have education closer to home, and neighbors have another shared space that can become part of life at Lariat for years to come.
For families searching for a home where school, outdoor recreation, and community connection can all be part of the same neighborhood, Lariat offers a welcoming place to grow. Contact Lariat today to tour available homes and discover what everyday family life can look like in Liberty Hill.