For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 5,913 students in 77079, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77079, TX are Spring Branch Academic Institute, Wilchester Elementary School and Rummel Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77079 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77079, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77079, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Branch Academic Institute
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
14400 Fern
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-2277
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-2277
Gr: 1-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Wilchester Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
13618 St Marys Ln
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-7700
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 854 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Rummel Creek Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
625 Brittmoore
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6700
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Westchester Academy For International Studies
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
901 Yorkchester
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-1800
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-1800
Gr: 6-12 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Nottingham Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
570 Nottingham Oaks Trail
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6400
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Meadow Wood Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14230 Memorial Dr
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6200
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #77.
Maurice L Wolfe Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
502 Addicks-howell Rd
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 237-2250
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 237-2250
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #88.
Spring Forest Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14240 Memorial
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-4600
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-4600
Gr: 6-8 | 993 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #99.
Thornwood Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14400 Fern
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-7300
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 251-7300
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77079, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77079, TX include Spring Branch Academic Institute, Wilchester Elementary School and Rummel Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77079?
9 public elementary schools are located in 77079.
What is the racial composition of students in 77079?
77079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.