For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 8,195 students in 77478, TX (there are 12 private schools, serving 2,433 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 77478, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 77478, TX are Harmony Science Academy-sugar Land, Harmony School Of Excellence - Sugar Land and Highlands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77478 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77478, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77478, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harmony Science Academy-sugar Land
Charter School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
13415 W Belfort
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 265-2525
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 265-2525
Gr: K-5 | 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Harmony School Of Excellence - Sugar Land
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1428 Eldridge Rd
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(832) 532-0728
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(832) 532-0728
Gr: K-8 | 1,471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Highlands Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2022 Colonist Park Dr
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-4160
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-4160
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Barrington Place Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2100 Squire Dobbins Dr
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-4040
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-4040
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Dulles Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Dulles Ave
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-5750
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-5750
Gr: 6-8 | 1,254 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Dulles High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
550 Dulles Ave
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-5600
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,165 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Sugar Land Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
321 Seventh St
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-3080
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-3080
Gr: 6-8 | 936 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #88.
Dulles Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
630 Dulles Ave
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-5830
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 634-5830
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
77478, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
104 Industrial Blvd B2
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 313-1133
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 313-1133
Gr: 3-10 | 2,407 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77478, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77478, TX include Harmony Science Academy-sugar Land, Harmony School Of Excellence - Sugar Land and Highlands Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77478?
8 public schools are located in 77478.
What percentage of students in 77478 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 77478 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77478?
77478 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
The School Choice Comparison Worksheet: 15 Factors Beyond Test Scores
Compare public schools with confidence using this 15-factor worksheet that looks beyond test scores to school culture, programs, safety, and student support.
Boundary Changes and Rezoning: How to Protect Your Child's School Plan
Learn why school boundary changes happen, how rezoning affects families, and the practical steps parents can take to protect their child's educational plan.
Teacher Turnover: How to Read the Warning Signs
Learn how to identify warning signs of teacher turnover, what causes frequent staff changes, and how parents can evaluate school stability.