For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,029 students in 77028, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 77028, TX are Hilliard Elementary School, Mcgowen Elementary School and Elmore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77028 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77028, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77028, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hilliard Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8115 E Houston Rd
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 635-3085
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 635-3085
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Mcgowen Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6820 Homestead Rd
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 636-6979
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 636-6979
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Elmore Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8200 Tate St
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 672-7466
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 672-7466
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Kashmere High School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Wileyvale St
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 636-6400
Houston, TX 77028
(713) 636-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77028, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77028, TX include Hilliard Elementary School, Mcgowen Elementary School and Elmore Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77028?
4 public schools are located in 77028.
What is the racial composition of students in 77028?
77028 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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