Best 77353 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 11,725 students in 77353, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 77353, TX are Bear Branch Elementary School, Cedric C Smith and Magnolia Parkway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77353 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77353, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 77353, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bear Branch Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8909 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 356-4771
Gr: PK-4 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Cedric C Smith
(Math: 66% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
28747 Hardin Store Rd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2300
Gr: PK-4 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Magnolia Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
11745 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7440
Gr: PK-4 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Tom R Ellisor Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
33040 Egypt Ln
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7400
Gr: PK-4 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Bear Branch Intermediate School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8040 Ken Lake Dr
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2031
Gr: 5-6 | 1,082 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Nichols Sawmill Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
28750 Nichols Sawmill Rd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2133
Gr: PK-4 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Bear Branch J High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
31310 F M 2978
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 356-6088
Gr: 7-8 | 1,119 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Magnolia Intermediate School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
31164 Nichols Sawmill Rd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2033
Gr: 5-6 | 1,154 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #99.
Magnolia High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
14250 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 356-3572
Gr: 9-12 | 2,292 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1010.
Magnolia West High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
42202 Fm 1774
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2550
Gr: 9-12 | 2,356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #1111.
Stephens Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
919 Cloyd St
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2265
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
Aep
Alternative School
110 S Magnolia Blvd
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-2006
Gr: 4-12
Rank: n/an/a
40205 Audubon Pkwy
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 252-7333
Gr: PK-4 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
11735 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 356-3571
Rank: n/an/a
11750 Fm 1488
Magnolia, TX 77353
(281) 356-3571
Rank: n/an/a
Project Restore
Alternative School
2235 N 1st St
Magnolia, TX 77353
(936) 538-8168
Gr: 9 | 1 student

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 77353, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77353, TX include Bear Branch Elementary School, Cedric C Smith and Magnolia Parkway Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77353?
16 public schools are located in 77353.
What is the racial composition of students in 77353?
77353 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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