For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,031 students in 77079, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 77079, TX are Spring Branch Academic Institute, Westchester Academy For International Studies and Spring Forest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 77079 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 77079, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77079, TX Public Middle 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.
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: #33.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 77079, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 77079, TX include Spring Branch Academic Institute, Westchester Academy For International Studies and Spring Forest Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 77079?
3 public middle schools are located in 77079.
What is the racial composition of students in 77079?
77079 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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