For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 13,391 students in 77450, TX (there are 13 private schools, serving 1,647 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 77450, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 77450, TX are Hazel S Pattison Elementary School, Garland Mcmeans J High School and Rodger & Ellen Beck J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77450 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77450, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77450, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hazel S Pattison Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
19910 Stonelodge
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-5456
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-5456
Gr: PK-5 | 1,265 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Garland Mcmeans J High School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
21001 Westheimer Pkwy
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-8006
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-8006
Gr: 6-8 | 1,133 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Rodger & Ellen Beck J High School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5200 S Fry Rd
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-3300
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,239 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
James E Williams Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3900 S Peek Rd
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-7200
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Nottingham Country Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
20500 Kingsland Blvd
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-5500
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 836 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
Sue Creech Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5905 S Mason Rd
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-8850
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-8850
Gr: PK-5 | 804 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Taylor High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
20700 Kingsland Blvd
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-3100
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 3,384 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #88.
Jeanette Hayes Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21203 Park Timbers
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-3200
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #99.
Memorial Parkway J High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21203 Highland Knolls
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-5800
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #1010.
West Memorial J High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
22311 Provincial Blvd
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-6400
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Memorial Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21603 Park Tree Ln
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-5856
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-5856
Gr: PK-5 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1212.
West Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
22605 Provincial Blvd
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-6600
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 237-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77450, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77450, TX include Hazel S Pattison Elementary School, Garland Mcmeans J High School and Rodger & Ellen Beck J High School.
How many public schools are located in 77450?
12 public schools are located in 77450.
What percentage of students in 77450 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 77450 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77450?
77450 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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