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Best 77627 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,311 students in 77627, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 34 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 77627, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 77627, TX are Highland Park Elementary School, Helena Park Elementary School and Langham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77627 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77627, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 77627, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
200 S 6th St
Nederland, TX 77627
(409) 722-0236
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Helena Park Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2800 Helena Ave
Nederland, TX 77627
(409) 722-0462
Gr: PK-5 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Langham Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
800 S 12th St
Nederland, TX 77627
(409) 722-4324
Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Wilson Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2620 Helena Ave
Nederland, TX 77627
(409) 727-6224
Gr: 6-8 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2611 Ave H
Nederland, TX 77627
(409) 722-3484
Gr: PK-5 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Central Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
200 N 17th St
Nederland, TX 77627
(409) 727-5765
Gr: 6-8 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #77.
Nederland High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2101 18th St
Nederland, TX 77627
(409) 727-2741
Gr: 9-12 | 1,500 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative Education School
Alternative School
300 S 12th St
Nederland, TX 77627
(409) 727-5241
Gr: 6-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 77627, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77627, TX include Highland Park Elementary School, Helena Park Elementary School and Langham Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77627?
8 public schools are located in 77627.
What percentage of students in 77627 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 77627 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77627?
77627 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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