Best 77011 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 3,839 students in 77011, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 77011, TX are Tijerina Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School and Gallegos Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77011 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77011, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 77011, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tijerina Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6501 Sherman St
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 924-1790
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7101 Canal St
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 924-1820
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Gallegos Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7415 Harrisburg Blvd
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 924-1830
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Burnet Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5403 Canal St
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 924-1780
Gr: K-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Briscoe Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
321 Forest Hill
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 924-1740
Gr: PK-5 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Edison Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6901 Ave I
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 924-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Baker-ripley Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6500 Rookin St Bldg A
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 273-3731
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Ripley House Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4410 Navigation Blvd
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 315-6413
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Ripley House Middle Campus
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4414 Navigation Blvd
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 315-6480
Gr: 6-8 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
New Neighbor Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6959 Cook Rd
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 273-3731
Gr: PK | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: n/an/a
205 N Delmar
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 924-0350
Gr: PK-K | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Nci Charter School Without Walls
Charter School
7207 Regency Sq Blvd Ste 100
Houston, TX 77011
(713) 273-3250
Gr: PK | 891 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 77011, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77011, TX include Tijerina Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School and Gallegos Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77011?
12 public schools are located in 77011.
What is the racial composition of students in 77011?
77011 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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