Best 77023 Texas Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,635 students in 77023, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 77023, TX are Lantrip Elementary School, De Zavala Elementary School and Henderson J Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 77023 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 77023, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

Best 77023, TX Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lantrip Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
100 Telephone Rd
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1670
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
De Zavala Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7521 Ave H
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1888
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Henderson J Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1800 Dismuke
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1730
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Cage Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4528 Leeland St
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Kipp Explore Academy
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5402 Lawndale St
Houston, TX 77023
(832) 230-0547
Gr: PK-4 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Carrillo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
960 S Wayside Dr
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1870
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
George I Sanchez Charter
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6001 Gulf Fwy Bldg B3
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 926-1112
Gr: PK-12 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
George I Sanchez North
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
170 Rittenhouse St
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 742-0374
Gr: PK-12 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 77023, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 77023, TX include Lantrip Elementary School, De Zavala Elementary School and Henderson J Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 77023?
8 public preschools are located in 77023.
What is the racial composition of students in 77023?
77023 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

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