For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public charter schools serving 951 students in 77004, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 77004, TX are A+ Unlimited Potential - University, The Lawson Academy and Yellowstone College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 77004 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 77004, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77004, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A+ Unlimited Potential - University
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2410 Hamilton
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 204-3837
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 204-3837
Gr: 6-8 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
The Lawson Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5052 Scott St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 225-1551
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 225-1551
Gr: PK-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Yellowstone College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Trulley St Ste 200
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 655-0596
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 655-0596
Gr: 6-10 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
A+up High School
Charter School
2410 Hamilton St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 955-7557
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 955-7557
Gr: 9-10 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: n/an/a
Elevate Collegiate
Charter School
2410 Hamilton
Houston, TX 77004
(346) 234-1434
Houston, TX 77004
(346) 234-1434
Gr: PK-5 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 77004, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 77004, TX include A+ Unlimited Potential - University, The Lawson Academy and Yellowstone College Preparatory.
How many public charter schools are located in 77004?
5 public charter schools are located in 77004.
What is the racial composition of students in 77004?
77004 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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