For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 729 students in the neighborhood of South Main, Houston, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in South Main are Excel Academy (Jjaep) and Harmony School Of Fine Arts And Technology-houston. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of South Main, Houston, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of South Main, Houston, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Excel Academy (Jjaep)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2525 Murworth #100
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 669-9712
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 669-9712
Gr: 9-11 | 7 students
Rank: #22.
Harmony School Of Fine Arts And Technology-houston
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9115 Kirby Dr
Houston, TX 77054
(832) 433-7001
Houston, TX 77054
(832) 433-7001
Gr: K-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Alief Isd J J A E P
Alternative School
2525 Murworth
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 755-4766
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 755-4766
Gr: 7-12 | 18 students
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Academy (Murworth)
Alternative School
2515 Murworth
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 669-9712
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 669-9712
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students
Rank: n/an/a
Harris Co J J A E P
Alternative School
2525 Murworth
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 556-7140
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 556-7140
Gr: 5-12 | 25 students
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Justice Aep
Alternative School
2525 Murworth
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 669-0799
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 669-0799
Gr: 9 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Main, Houston, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Main, Houston, TX include Excel Academy (Jjaep) and Harmony School Of Fine Arts And Technology-houston.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Main, Houston?
4 public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Main, Houston.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of South Main, Houston?
the neighborhood of South Main, Houston public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.