For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 13,990 students in 77072, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 77072, TX are Alief Montessori Community School, Martin Elementary School and Chancellor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77072 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77072, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77072, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alief Montessori Community School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12013 6th St
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 530-9406
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 530-9406
Gr: PK-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Martin Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11718 Hendon
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8363
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8363
Gr: K-4 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Chancellor Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4350 Boone Rd
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8318
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8318
Gr: PK-5 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Youngblood Intermediate School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8410 Dairy View Ln
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8020
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8020
Gr: 5-6 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Alief Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4415 Cook Rd
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8422
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8422
Gr: 6-8 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Chambers Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10700 Carvel
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8313
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8313
Gr: PK-4 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Landis Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10255 Spice Ln
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8343
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8343
Gr: K-4 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Youens Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12141 High Star
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8383
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8383
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Elsik High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12601 High Star
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 498-8110
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 498-8110
Gr: 9-12 | 4,057 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Owens Intermediate School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Turtlewood
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8466
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8466
Gr: 5-6 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Hastings High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Cook Rd
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 498-8110
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 498-8110
Gr: 9-12 | 3,786 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Alief Learning Ctr (6-12)
Alternative School
4427 Belle Park
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8000
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8000
Gr: 6-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Alief Learning Ctr (K-6)
Alternative School
4427 Belle Park
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8000
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 983-8000
Gr: 3-5 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77072, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77072, TX include Alief Montessori Community School, Martin Elementary School and Chancellor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77072?
13 public schools are located in 77072.
What is the racial composition of students in 77072?
77072 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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