For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,097 students in 77587, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77587, TX are Pearl Hall Elementary School, L F Smith Elementary School and Matthys Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77587 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77587, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77587, TX Public Elementary 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 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
L F Smith Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2703 Perez Rd
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0720
South Houston, TX 77587
(713) 740-0720
Gr: PK-4 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
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 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
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 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77587, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77587, TX include Pearl Hall Elementary School, L F Smith Elementary School and Matthys Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77587?
4 public elementary schools are located in 77587.
What is the racial composition of students in 77587?
77587 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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