For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,826 students in 77012, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77012, TX are Houston Gateway Academy - Coral Campus, Davila Elementary School and Crespo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77012 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77012, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77012, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Houston Gateway Academy - Coral Campus
Charter School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1020 Coral St
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 923-5060
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 923-5060
Gr: PK-12 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Davila Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7610 Dahlia St
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 924-1851
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 924-1851
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Crespo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7500 Office City Dr
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 845-7492
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 845-7492
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Harris J R Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 Broadway St
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 924-1860
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 924-1860
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Sanchez Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Berkley St
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 845-7472
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 845-7472
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Southmayd Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Coral St
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 924-1720
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 924-1720
Gr: PK-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #77.
Yes Prep - East End
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Lawndale St
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 967-7800
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 967-7800
Gr: 6-12 | 994 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Deady Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Broadway St
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 845-7411
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 845-7411
Gr: 6-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Yes Prep East End Elementary School
Charter School
8329 Lawndale St
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 924-0800
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 924-0800
Gr: PK-3 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
77012, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academic Behavior Center East (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
7703 S Loop E
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 242-8036
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 242-8036
Alta Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
8329 Lawndale
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 923-8801
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 923-8801
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77012, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77012, TX include Houston Gateway Academy - Coral Campus, Davila Elementary School and Crespo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77012?
9 public elementary schools are located in 77012.
What is the racial composition of students in 77012?
77012 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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