For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,171 students in 77096, TX (there are 11 private schools, serving 2,873 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 77096, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 77096, TX are Kolter Elementary School, Lovett Elementary School and Parker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77096 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77096, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77096, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kolter Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6300 Ave B
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3630
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3630
Grades: PK-5
| 744 students
Rank: #22.
Lovett Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8814 S Rice Ave
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 295-5258
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 295-5258
Grades: PK-5
| 635 students
Rank: #33.
Parker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10626 Atwell Dr
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3634
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3634
Grades: PK-5
| 863 students
Rank: #44.
Herod Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5627 Jason St
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3315
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3315
Grades: PK-5
| 770 students
Rank: #55.
Meyerland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10410 Manhattan Dr
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3616
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3616
Grades: 6-8
| 1,141 students
Rank: #66.
Elrod Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6230 Dumfries Dr
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3330
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3330
Grades: PK-5
| 697 students
Rank: #77.
Harmony School Of Science-houston
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5435 S Braeswood Blvd
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 729-4400
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 729-4400
Grades: K-8
| 327 students
Rank: #88.
Tinsley Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11035 Bob White
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-8400
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-8400
Grades: 1-5
| 615 students
Rank: #99.
Fondren Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6333 S Braeswood
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3360
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3360
Grades: 6-8
| 967 students
Rank: n/an/a
10901 Sandpiper
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-6720
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-6720
Grades: PK-K
| 412 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 77096, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 77096, TX include Kolter Elementary School, Lovett Elementary School and Parker Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77096, TX?
10 public schools are located in 77096, TX.
What percentage of students in 77096, TX go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 77096, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77096, TX?
77096, TX public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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