For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,512 students in 77004, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 77004, TX are Young Women's College Prep Academy, Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan and A+ Unlimited Potential - University. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 77004 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 77004, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77004, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Young Women's College Prep Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1906 Cleburne St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1441
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1441
Gr: 6-12 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2610 Elgin St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1932
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1932
Gr: 6-8 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 77004, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 77004, TX include Young Women's College Prep Academy, Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan and A+ Unlimited Potential - University.
How many public middle schools are located in 77004?
5 public middle schools are located in 77004.
What is the racial composition of students in 77004?
77004 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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