For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,240 students in 77087, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 702 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 77087, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 77087, TX are Houston Gateway Academy Inc Elite College Prep, Houston Gateway Academy and Brookline Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77087 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77087, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77087, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Houston Gateway Academy Inc Elite College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7310 Bowie
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 644-8292
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 644-8292
Gr: PK-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Houston Gateway Academy
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3400 Evergreen Dr
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 649-2706
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 649-2706
Gr: PK-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Brookline Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6301 S Loop E
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-7400
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Cornelius Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7475 Westover St
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-7405
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-7405
Gr: PK-5 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Gregg Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6701 Roxbury
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-7432
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-7432
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #66.
Seguin Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5905 Waltrip
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-5600
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Golfcrest Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7414 Fairway Dr
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-7425
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-7425
Gr: PK-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Hartman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7111 Westover
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-7435
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 845-7435
Gr: 6-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77087, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77087, TX include Houston Gateway Academy Inc Elite College Prep, Houston Gateway Academy and Brookline Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77087?
8 public schools are located in 77087.
What percentage of students in 77087 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 77087 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77087?
77087 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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