For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,481 students in 77086, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77086, TX are Carmichael Elementary School, Mcdougle Elementary School and Epps Island Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77086 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77086, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77086, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carmichael Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6902 Silver Star Dr
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-0345
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-0345
Gr: 1-5 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Mcdougle Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10410 Kansack Ln
Houston, TX 77086
(832) 484-7550
Houston, TX 77086
(832) 484-7550
Gr: K-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Epps Island Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7403 Smiling Wood Ln
Houston, TX 77086
(832) 484-5800
Houston, TX 77086
(832) 484-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Kujawa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7007 Fallbrook Dr
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-1530
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-1530
Gr: 1-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Shotwell Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6515 Trl Vly Way
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-0960
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-0960
Gr: 6-8 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77086, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77086, TX include Carmichael Elementary School, Mcdougle Elementary School and Epps Island Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77086?
5 public elementary schools are located in 77086.
What is the racial composition of students in 77086?
77086 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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