For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,697 students in 77096, TX (there are 12 private schools, serving 3,019 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 77096, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 77096, TX are Kolter Elementary School, Lovett Elementary School and Parker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77096 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77096, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77096, TX Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kolter Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6300 Ave B
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3630
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3630
Grades: PK-5
| 757 students
Rank: #22.
Lovett Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8814 S Rice Ave
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 295-5258
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 295-5258
Grades: PK-5
| 651 students
Rank: #33.
Parker Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10626 Atwell Dr
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3634
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3634
Grades: PK-5
| 858 students
Rank: #44.
Herod Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5627 Jason St
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3315
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3315
Grades: PK-5
| 769 students
Rank: #55.
Meyerland Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10410 Manhattan Dr
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3616
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 726-3616
Grades: 6-8
| 1,133 students
Rank: #66.
Elrod Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6230 Dumfries Dr
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3330
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3330
Grades: PK-5
| 701 students
Rank: #77.
Tinsley Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11035 Bob White
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-8400
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-8400
Grades: 1-5
| 595 students
Rank: #88.
Fondren Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6333 S Braeswood
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3360
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-3360
Grades: 6-8
| 840 students
Rank: n/an/a
10901 Sandpiper
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-6720
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 778-6720
Grades: PK-K
| 393 students
77096, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Harmony School Of Science-houston (Closed 2023)
Charter School
5435 S Braeswood Blvd
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 729-4400
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 729-4400
Grades: K-8
| 327 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 77096, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 77096, TX include Kolter Elementary School, Lovett Elementary School and Parker Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77096?
9 public schools are located in 77096.
What percentage of students in 77096 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 77096 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77096?
77096 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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