For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 805 students in 77061, TX.
The top ranked public charter schools in 77061, TX are Mount Carmel Academy and Yes Prep - Hobby. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 77061 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 77061, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77061, TX Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mount Carmel Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7155 Ashburn St
Houston, TX 77061
(713) 643-2008
Houston, TX 77061
(713) 643-2008
Grades: 9-12
| 229 students
Rank: #22.
Yes Prep - Hobby
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8787 Tallyho Rd
Houston, TX 77061
(713) 842-5600
Houston, TX 77061
(713) 842-5600
Grades: 6-10
| 576 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 77061, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in 77061, TX include Mount Carmel Academy and Yes Prep - Hobby.
How many public charter schools are located in 77061?
2 public charter schools are located in 77061.
What is the racial composition of students in 77061?
77061 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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