For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 3,479 students in 77012, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 77012 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 77012, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77012, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
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 | 961 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 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 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 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 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 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 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
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-4 | 607 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 preschools in 77012, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 77012, TX include Houston Gateway Academy - Coral Campus, Davila Elementary School and Crespo Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 77012?
7 public preschools are located in 77012.
What is the racial composition of students in 77012?
77012 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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