Best 77098 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 2,233 students in 77098, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77098, TX are Lanier Middle School and Poe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77098 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77098, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% 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 77098, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lanier Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2600 Woodhead St
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 942-1900
Gr: 6-8 | 1,485 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Poe Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5100 Hazard St
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 535-3780
Gr: PK-5 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77098, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77098, TX include Lanier Middle School and Poe Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77098?
2 public elementary schools are located in 77098.
What is the racial composition of students in 77098?
77098 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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