For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,299 students in 77055, TX (there are 8 private schools, serving 3,416 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 77055, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 77055, TX are Cornerstone Academy, Valley Oaks Elementary School and Ridgecrest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77055 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77055, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77055, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornerstone Academy
Charter School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
9016 Westview Dr
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-1600
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-1600
Gr: 6-8 | 382 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Valley Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8390 Westview Dr
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-7500
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 882 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Ridgecrest Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2015 Ridgecrest
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-6600
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 715 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Academy Of Choice
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9016 Westview Dr
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-1500
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-1500
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #55.
Housman Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6705 Housman St
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-5900
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Woodview Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9749 Cedardale
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-7800
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Landrum Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Ridgecrest
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-3700
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-3700
Gr: 5-8 | 976 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
8860 Westview
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-7900
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-7900
Gr: PK | 265 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
2210 Ridgecrest
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-6109
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-6109
Gr: PK | 226 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
77055, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9016 Westview
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-1500
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 21 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Discipline Alternative Education Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
9000 Westview
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-1755
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-1755
Gr: 1-12
9655 Long Point
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 464-8401
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 464-8401
Gr: PK | 182 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Spring Branch Academy Of Choice (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
9016 Westview
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-1500
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-1500
Gr: 8-12
7635 Amelia Rd
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-7400
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 251-7400
Gr: K-5 | 432 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 77055, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 77055, TX include Cornerstone Academy, Valley Oaks Elementary School and Ridgecrest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77055?
9 public schools are located in 77055.
What percentage of students in 77055 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 77055 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77055?
77055 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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