For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,432 students in 77079, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 77079, TX are Spring Branch Academic Institute, Westchester Academy For International Studies and Stratford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 77079 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77079, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77079 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Westchester Academy For International Studies, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77079, TX Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Branch Academic Institute
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
14400 Fern
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-2277
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-2277
Gr: 1-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Westchester Academy For International Studies
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
901 Yorkchester
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-1800
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-1800
Gr: 6-12 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Stratford High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14555 Fern St
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-3400
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-3400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,394 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 77079, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 77079, TX include Spring Branch Academic Institute, Westchester Academy For International Studies and Stratford High School.
How many public high schools are located in 77079?
3 public high schools are located in 77079.
What is the racial composition of students in 77079?
77079 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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