For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,324 students in 77079, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 77079, TX are Spring Branch Academic Institute, Westchester Academy For International Studies and Stratford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 77079 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77079, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77079 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Westchester Academy For International Studies, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77079, TX Public High 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.
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: #33.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 77079, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 77079, TX include Spring Branch Academic Institute, Westchester Academy For International Studies and Stratford High School.
How many public high schools are located in 77079?
3 public high schools are located in 77079.
What is the racial composition of students in 77079?
77079 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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