For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,826 students in 77047, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 50 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 77047, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 77047, TX are Almeda Elementary School, Law Elementary School and Kipp Spirit College Prep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77047 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77047, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77047, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Almeda Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14249 Bridgeport Rd
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 434-5620
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 434-5620
Gr: PK-5 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Law Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12401 S Coast Dr
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-3630
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-3630
Gr: PK-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Kipp Spirit College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11000 Scott St
Houston, TX 77047
(832) 230-0562
Houston, TX 77047
(832) 230-0562
Gr: 5-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Kipp Zenith Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11000 Scott St
Houston, TX 77047
(832) 230-0562
Houston, TX 77047
(832) 230-0562
Gr: PK-4 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #55.
Woodson School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10720 Southview St
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-3600
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Kipp Sunnyside High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11000 Scott St
Houston, TX 77047
(832) 230-0562
Houston, TX 77047
(832) 230-0562
Gr: 9-12 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #77.
Bloom Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3420 Almeda Genoa Rd
Houston, TX 77047
(346) 333-1320
Houston, TX 77047
(346) 333-1320
Gr: K-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
77047, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
12707 Cullen Blvd
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 457-2848
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 457-2848
Gr: K-11 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
10720 Southview St
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-3600
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
4103 Brisbane St
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-3650
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-3650
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
South District Alternative Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
4103 Brisbane
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-9224
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-9224
Gr: 2-5 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
10720 Southview St
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-3600
Houston, TX 77047
(713) 732-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77047, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77047, TX include Almeda Elementary School, Law Elementary School and Kipp Spirit College Prep.
How many public schools are located in 77047?
7 public schools are located in 77047.
What percentage of students in 77047 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 77047 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77047?
77047 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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