Best 77008 Texas Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,700 students in 77008, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 77008, TX are Heights High School and Houston Heights Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 77008 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77008, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77008 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Heights High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 77008, TX Public High Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heights High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
413 E 13th St
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 865-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,521 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Houston Heights Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1125 Lawrence St
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 868-9797
Gr: 9-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 77008, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 77008, TX include Heights High School and Houston Heights Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 77008?
2 public high schools are located in 77008.
What is the racial composition of students in 77008?
77008 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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