For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 589 students in 77520, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 249 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 77520, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public school in 77520, TX is De Zavala Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 77520 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77520, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77520, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
De Zavala Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
305 Tri City Beach Rd
Baytown, TX 77520
(281) 420-4920
Baytown, TX 77520
(281) 420-4920
Gr: K-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
77520, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Night School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
4026 1/2 Decker Dr
Baytown, TX 77520
(281) 420-4630
Baytown, TX 77520
(281) 420-4630
Gr: 12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77520, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77520, TX include De Zavala Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77520?
1 public schools are located in 77520.
What percentage of students in 77520 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 77520 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77520?
77520 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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