For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,321 students in 77017, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 77017, TX are Early College T-stem Academy and Chavez High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 77017 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77017, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77017 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Early College T-stem Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77017, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Early College T-stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2950 Broadway St
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 640-3700
Grades: 9-12
| 315 students
Rank: #22.
Chavez High School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8501 Howard
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 495-6950
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 495-6950
Grades: 9-12
| 2,006 students
77017, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cep High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
8805 Ferndale Ave
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 740-0000
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 740-0000
Grades: 9-12
| 100 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 77017, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 77017, TX include Early College T-stem Academy and Chavez High School.
How many public high schools are located in 77017?
2 public high schools are located in 77017.
What is the racial composition of students in 77017?
77017 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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