For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 6,464 students in 77581, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77581, TX are Shadycrest Elementary School, Challenger Elementary School and Barbara Cockrell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77581 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77581, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77581, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shadycrest Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2405 Shady Bend Dr
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1404
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1404
Gr: PK-4 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Challenger Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9434 Hughes Ranch Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-7912
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-7912
Gr: PK-4 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Barbara Cockrell Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3500 Mchard Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(832) 736-6600
Pearland, TX 77581
(832) 736-6600
Gr: PK-4 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Leon H Sablatura Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2201 N Galveston Ave
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1500
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1500
Gr: 5-6 | 878 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Alexander Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3001 Old Alvin Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(832) 736-6700
Pearland, TX 77581
(832) 736-6700
Gr: 5-6 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Rustic Oak Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1302 Rustic Ln
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 482-5400
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 482-5400
Gr: PK-4 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
C J Harris Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2314 Schleider Dr
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-4024
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-4024
Gr: PK-4 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #88.
Sam Jamison Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2506 Woody Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1440
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1440
Gr: 5-6 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #99.
E A Lawhon Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5810 Brookside Rd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1445
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 412-1445
Gr: PK-4 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1010.
Horizon Montessori Pearland - Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2319 N Grand Blvd
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-2500
Pearland, TX 77581
(281) 485-2500
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77581, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77581, TX include Shadycrest Elementary School, Challenger Elementary School and Barbara Cockrell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77581?
10 public elementary schools are located in 77581.
What is the racial composition of students in 77581?
77581 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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