For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 6,077 students in 77581, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 77581, TX are Glenda Dawson High School, Pearland High School and Pace Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 77581 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77581, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77581 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Glenda Dawson High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77581, TX Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenda Dawson High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2050 Cullen Blvd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-8800
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-8800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,569 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Pearland High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3775 S Main St
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 997-7445
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 997-7445
Gr: 9-12 | 3,412 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Pace Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2314 Old Alvin Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-5199
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-5199
Gr: 10-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
77581, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Learning Academy (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
2316 Old Alvin Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-3203
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-3203
3775 South Main
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1600
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1600
Gr: 9 | 844 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 77581, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 77581, TX include Glenda Dawson High School, Pearland High School and Pace Center.
How many public high schools are located in 77581?
3 public high schools are located in 77581.
What is the racial composition of students in 77581?
77581 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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