For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,726 students in 77019, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 2,444 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 77019, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 77019, TX are Carnegie Vanguard High School, River Oaks Elementary School and Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77019 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77019, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77019, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carnegie Vanguard High School
Magnet School
(Math: 95% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1501 Taft
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 732-3690
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 732-3690
Grades: 9-12
| 913 students
Rank: #22.
River Oaks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2008 Kirby Dr
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1460
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1460
Grades: PK-5
| 603 students
Rank: #33.
Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 W Gray St
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 535-3771
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 535-3771
Grades: PK-8
| 610 students
Rank: #44.
Gregory-lincoln Educational Center
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Taft
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1400
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1400
Grades: PK-8
| 600 students
77019, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Gregory-lincoln Ed Center (Ee-5) (Closed 2013)
Magnet School
1101 Taft St
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1400
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 300 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 77019, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 77019, TX include Carnegie Vanguard High School, River Oaks Elementary School and Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy.
How many public schools are located in 77019, TX?
4 public schools are located in 77019, TX.
What percentage of students in 77019, TX go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 77019, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77019, TX?
77019, TX public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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