For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,581 students in 77048, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 77048, TX are Codwell Elementary School, Frost Elementary School and Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 77048 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 77048, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77048, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Codwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5225 Tavenor Ln
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3580
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Frost Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5002 Almeda-genoa Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3490
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3490
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Gr: PK-5 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 77048, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 77048, TX include Codwell Elementary School, Frost Elementary School and Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 77048?
3 public preschools are located in 77048.
What is the racial composition of students in 77048?
77048 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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