For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,171 students in 77079, TX (there are , serving 1,251 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 77079, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 77079, TX are Spring Branch Academic Institute, Wilchester Elementary School and Rummel Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77079 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77079, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77079, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spring Branch Academic Institute
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
14400 Fern
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-2277
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-2277
Grades: K-12
| 148 students
Rank: #22.
Wilchester Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
13618 St Marys Ln
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-7700
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-7700
Grades: PK-5
| 862 students
Rank: #33.
Rummel Creek Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
625 Brittmoore
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6700
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 810 students
Rank: #44.
Westchester Academy For International Studies
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
901 Yorkchester
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-1800
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-1800
Grades: 6-12
| 864 students
Rank: #55.
Nottingham Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
570 Nottingham Oaks Trail
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6400
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6400
Grades: PK-5
| 772 students
Rank: #66.
Meadow Wood Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14230 Memorial Dr
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6200
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6200
Grades: PK-5
| 631 students
Rank: #77.
Stratford High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14555 Fern St
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-3400
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-3400
Grades: 9-12
| 2,312 students
Rank: #88.
Maurice L Wolfe Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
502 Addicks Howell Rd
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 237-2250
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 237-2250
Grades: PK-5
| 416 students
Rank: #99.
Spring Forest Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14240 Memorial
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-4600
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-4600
Grades: 6-8
| 963 students
Rank: #1010.
Thornwood Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14400 Fern
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-7300
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-7300
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 77079, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 77079, TX include Spring Branch Academic Institute, Wilchester Elementary School and Rummel Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77079?
10 public schools are located in 77079.
What percentage of students in 77079 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 77079 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77079?
77079 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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