The Hills of Childress Creek neighborhood in China Spring is approximately 17 miles from Downtown Waco. Formerly a 2,000 acre ranch, this neighborhood features tracts of land from 1⁄2 to 20 acres. The homes range in price from 300-600K. The acclaimed China Spring school district is 3A.The China Spring area is a mixture of farmland, cattle ranches, numerous subdivisions and country estates. The area is blessed with wildlife and is popular with outdoor enthusiasts.