For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,528 students in 77048, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 77048, TX are Codwell Elementary School, Frost Elementary School and Thomas Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77048 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77048, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77048, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Codwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5225 Tavenor Ln
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3580
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Frost Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5002 Almeda-genoa Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3490
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3490
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5655 Selinsky Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3500
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Sterling High School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11625 Martindale Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 991-0510
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 991-0510
Gr: 9-12 | 1,146 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Gr: 6-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Gr: PK-5 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77048, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77048, TX include Codwell Elementary School, Frost Elementary School and Thomas Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 77048?
6 public schools are located in 77048.
What is the racial composition of students in 77048?
77048 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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