For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public charter schools serving 2,863 students in 77017, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 77017, TX are Pstem Academy, Early College T-stem Academy and North East Stem Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 77017 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 77017, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77017, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pstem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2950 Broadway St
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Early College T-stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2950 Broadway St
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #33.
North East Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10918 Bentley
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Gr: 6-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Kipp Prime College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8805 Ferndale
Houston, TX 77017
(832) 230-0578
Houston, TX 77017
(832) 230-0578
Gr: 5-8 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #55.
Kipp Climb Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8805 Ferndale
Houston, TX 77017
(832) 230-0578
Houston, TX 77017
(832) 230-0578
Gr: PK-4 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Early College Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2950 Broadway St
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Gr: 6-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Texans Can Academy - Houston Hobby
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9020 Gulf Fwy
Houston, TX 77017
(832) 379-4226
Houston, TX 77017
(832) 379-4226
Gr: 9-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Leonel Castillo Early Childhood Stem Academy
Charter School
2101 S St
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Gr: PK-K | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Ryss Stem Academy At First Friends Pasadena
Charter School
1062 Fairmont Pkwy
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
77017, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cep High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
8805 Ferndale Ave
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 740-0000
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 740-0000
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 77017, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 77017, TX include Pstem Academy, Early College T-stem Academy and North East Stem Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 77017?
9 public charter schools are located in 77017.
What is the racial composition of students in 77017?
77017 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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