For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 531 students in 77440, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 77440, TX are Tidehaven Intermediate School and Tidehaven High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77440 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77440, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77440, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tidehaven Intermediate School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Fm 1095
Elmaton, TX 77440
(979) 843-4320
Elmaton, TX 77440
(979) 843-4320
Gr: 6-8 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Tidehaven High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
205 Fm 1095
Elmaton, TX 77440
(979) 843-4310
Elmaton, TX 77440
(979) 843-4310
Gr: 9-12 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
77440, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Matagorda County Alter Middle School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Hwy 35 And F M 1095
Elmaton, TX 77440
(361) 588-6810
Elmaton, TX 77440
(361) 588-6810
Gr: 7 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77440, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77440, TX include Tidehaven Intermediate School and Tidehaven High School.
How many public schools are located in 77440?
2 public schools are located in 77440.
What is the racial composition of students in 77440?
77440 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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