For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,502 students in 77018, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 77018, TX are Waltrip High School, Washington B T High School and Harper Daep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 77018 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77018, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77018 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waltrip High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77018, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waltrip High School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1900 W 34th St
Houston, TX 77018
(713) 688-1361
Houston, TX 77018
(713) 688-1361
Gr: 9-12 | 1,615 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Washington B T High School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4204 Yale St
Houston, TX 77018
(713) 696-6600
Houston, TX 77018
(713) 696-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Harper Daep
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4425 N Shepherd
Houston, TX 77018
(713) 802-4760
Houston, TX 77018
(713) 802-4760
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 77018, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 77018, TX include Waltrip High School, Washington B T High School and Harper Daep.
How many public high schools are located in 77018?
3 public high schools are located in 77018.
What is the racial composition of students in 77018?
77018 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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