For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 2,752 students in 77004, TX.
The top-ranked public high 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 high schools in zipcode 77004 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77004, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77004 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Energy Institute High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77004, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Energy Institute High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3501 Southmore Blvd
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 802-4620
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:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1906 Cleburne St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1441
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:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1810 Stuart
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1430
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-1430
Gr: 9-12 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Yellowstone College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Trulley St Ste 200
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 655-0596
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 655-0596
Gr: 6-10 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Yates High School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3650 Alabama St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 748-5400
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
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 955-7557
Gr: 9-10 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: n/an/a
Hcc Life Skills Program
Special Education School
1301 Alabama St
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 718-6882
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 high schools in 77004, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 77004, TX include Energy Institute High School, Young Women's College Prep Academy and Houston Academy For International Studies.
How many public high schools are located in 77004?
7 public high schools are located in 77004.
What is the racial composition of students in 77004?
77004 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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