For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,146 students in 77048, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 77048, TX is Sterling High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 77048 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77048, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77048 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sterling High School, with 76% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77048, TX Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sterling High School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11625 Martindale Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 991-0510
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 991-0510
Gr: 9-12 | 1,146 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
77048, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ninth Grade Academy (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
5655 Selinsky
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3532
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3532
Gr: 9 | 232 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 77048, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 77048, TX include Sterling High School.
How many public high schools are located in 77048?
1 public high schools are located in 77048.
What is the racial composition of students in 77048?
77048 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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