For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,421 students in 77043, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77043, TX are Terrace Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Spring Oaks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77043 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77043, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77043, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10400 Rothbury
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-7200
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Sherwood Forest
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-6900
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Spring Oaks Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2150 Shadowdale
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-4800
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-4800
Gr: 6-8 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Shadow Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1335 Shadowdale Dr
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-6800
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10595 Hammerly
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-2100
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-2100
Gr: K-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77043, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77043, TX include Terrace Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Spring Oaks Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77043?
5 public elementary schools are located in 77043.
What is the racial composition of students in 77043?
77043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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