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Best 77004 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 4,599 students in 77004, TX (there are 9 private schools, serving 977 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 77004, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 77004, TX are Energy Institute High School, Young Women's College Prep Academy and Houston Academy For International Studies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77004 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77004, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 77004, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Energy Institute High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3501 Southmore Blvd
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 802-4620
Gr: 9-12 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Young Women's College Prep Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1906 Cleburne St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1441
Gr: 6-12 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Houston Academy For International Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1810 Stuart
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1430
Gr: 9-12 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Baylor College Of Medicine Academy At Ryan
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2610 Elgin St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1932
Gr: 6-8 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Macgregor Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4801 Labranch St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1990
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
A+ Unlimited Potential - University
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2410 Hamilton
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 204-3837
Gr: 6-8 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Blackshear Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2900 Holman Ave
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1481
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
The Lawson Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5052 Scott St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 225-1551
Gr: PK-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Lockhart Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3200 Rosedale St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1950
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Yellowstone College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3000 Trulley St Ste 200
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 655-0596
Gr: 6-10 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Yates High School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3650 Alabama St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 748-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
A+up High School
Charter School
2410 Hamilton St
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
Gr: PK-5 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Hcc Life Skills Program
Special Education School
1301 Alabama St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 718-6882
Gr: 12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 77004, TX?
How many public schools are located in 77004?
14 public schools are located in 77004.
What percentage of students in 77004 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 77004 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77004?
77004 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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