For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,312 students in 77009, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 77009, TX are Northside High School and Texans Can Academy - Houston North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 77009 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77009, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77009 have a Graduation Rate of 57%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northside 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77009, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northside High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Quitman
Houston, TX 77009
(713) 226-4900
Houston, TX 77009
(713) 226-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,058 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Texans Can Academy - Houston North
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3401 Hardy St
Houston, TX 77009
(713) 659-4226
Houston, TX 77009
(713) 659-4226
Gr: 9-12 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 77009, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 77009, TX include Northside High School and Texans Can Academy - Houston North.
How many public high schools are located in 77009?
2 public high schools are located in 77009.
What is the racial composition of students in 77009?
77009 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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