For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,144 students in 77587, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 77587, TX are Pearl Hall Elementary School, Matthys Elementary School and South Houston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77587 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77587, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77587, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl Hall Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1504 9th St
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0688
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0688
Gr: PK-4 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Matthys Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Main St
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0632
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0632
Gr: PK-4 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
South Houston Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
900 Main St
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0736
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0736
Gr: PK-4 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
South Houston Intermediate School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
900 College Ave
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0490
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0490
Gr: 7-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
South Houston High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3820 S Shaver
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0350
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0350
Gr: 9-12 | 2,185 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77587, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77587, TX include Pearl Hall Elementary School, Matthys Elementary School and South Houston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77587?
5 public schools are located in 77587.
What is the racial composition of students in 77587?
77587 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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