For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 5,154 students in 77382, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 528 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 77382, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 77382, TX are Buckalew Elementary School, Mitchell Intermediate School and Tough Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77382 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77382, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77382, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buckalew Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4909 W Alden Bridge Dr
Spring, TX 77382
(281) 465-3400
Spring, TX 77382
(281) 465-3400
Gr: PK-4 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Mitchell Intermediate School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6800 Alden Bridge
Spring, TX 77382
(832) 592-8500
Spring, TX 77382
(832) 592-8500
Gr: 5-6 | 1,253 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Tough Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11660 Crane Brook Dr
Spring, TX 77382
(281) 465-5900
Spring, TX 77382
(281) 465-5900
Gr: PK-6 | 988 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Deretchin Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11000 Merit Oaks Dr
Spring, TX 77382
(832) 592-8700
Spring, TX 77382
(832) 592-8700
Gr: PK-6 | 1,209 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Bush Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7420 Crownridge Dr
Spring, TX 77382
(936) 709-1600
Spring, TX 77382
(936) 709-1600
Gr: PK-4 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77382, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77382, TX include Buckalew Elementary School, Mitchell Intermediate School and Tough Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77382?
5 public schools are located in 77382.
What percentage of students in 77382 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 77382 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77382?
77382 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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