For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,247 students in 77048, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 77048, TX are Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 77048 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 77048, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77048, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Gr: 6-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Gr: PK-5 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 77048, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 77048, TX include Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School and Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 77048?
2 public charter schools are located in 77048.
What is the racial composition of students in 77048?
77048 public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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