Best 77048 Texas Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 801 students in 77048, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 77048, TX are Thomas Middle School and Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 77048 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 77048, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 77048, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5655 Selinsky Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Gr: 6-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 77048 Texas

77048, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
5655 Selinsky
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3532
Gr: 9 | 232 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 77048, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 77048, TX include Thomas Middle School and Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 77048?
2 public middle schools are located in 77048.
What is the racial composition of students in 77048?
77048 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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