Best 77056 Texas Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,658 students in 77056, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 77056, TX are Mandarin Immersion Magnet School and Tanglewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 77056 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 77056, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 77056, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mandarin Immersion Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
5445 W Alabama
Houston, TX 77056
(713) 295-5276
Gr: PK-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Tanglewood Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5215 San Felipe
Houston, TX 77056
(713) 625-1411
Gr: 6-8 | 836 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 77056, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 77056, TX include Mandarin Immersion Magnet School and Tanglewood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 77056?
2 public middle schools are located in 77056.
What is the racial composition of students in 77056?
77056 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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