For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,374 students in 77028, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77028, TX are Hilliard Elementary School, Mcgowen Elementary School and Elmore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77028 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77028, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77028, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hilliard Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8115 E Houston Rd
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 635-3085
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 635-3085
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Mcgowen Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6820 Homestead Rd
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 636-6979
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 636-6979
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Elmore Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8200 Tate St
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 672-7466
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 672-7466
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
77028, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8115 E Houston Rd
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 631-3106
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 631-3106
Gr: 5-6 | 745 students
8200 Tate St
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 672-7466
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 672-7466
Gr: 6-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
8000 Tidwell Rd
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 633-0595
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 633-0595
Gr: K-5 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77028, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77028, TX include Hilliard Elementary School, Mcgowen Elementary School and Elmore Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77028?
3 public elementary schools are located in 77028.
What is the racial composition of students in 77028?
77028 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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