For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public elementary schools serving 8,091 students in 77049, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77049, TX are Tice Elementary School, James B Havard Elementary School and Harvey S Brown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77049 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77049, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77049, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tice Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14120 Wallisville
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 386-4050
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 386-4050
Gr: PK-5 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
James B Havard Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15150 Wallisville Rd
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 386-3710
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 386-3710
Gr: PK-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Harvey S Brown Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16550 Wallisville Rd
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 860-1400
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 860-1400
Gr: K-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Idea Lake Houston College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5627 S Lake Houston Pkwy
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 844-4700
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 844-4700
Gr: 6-9 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Sheldon Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17203 Hall Sheppard
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 456-6700
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 456-6700
Gr: 1-5 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Dr Shirley J Williamson Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6720 New Forest Pkwy
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 386-4000
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 386-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Royalwood Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7715 Royalwood Dr
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 454-2700
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 454-2700
Gr: 1-5 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Aguirre J High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15726 Wallisville Rd
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 860-3300
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 860-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 933 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #99.
Purple Sage Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Purple Sage Blvd
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 386-3100
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 386-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Cobb 6th Grade Campus
(Math: 39% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6722 Uvalde
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 386-2100
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 386-2100
Gr: 6 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
The Rhodes School - Northshore Campus
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13334 Wallisville Rd Buildings
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 459-9797
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 459-9797
Gr: PK-6 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Highpoint School East (Crosby)
Alternative School
8003 E Sam Houston Pkwy
Houston, TX 77049
(713) 696-2163
Houston, TX 77049
(713) 696-2163
Gr: 6-11 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Lake Houston Academy
Charter School
5627 S Lake Houston Pkwy
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 844-4700
Houston, TX 77049
(832) 844-4700
Gr: K-5 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
17010 Beaumont Hwy
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 456-6800
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 456-6800
Gr: PK-1 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77049, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77049, TX include Tice Elementary School, James B Havard Elementary School and Harvey S Brown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77049?
14 public elementary schools are located in 77049.
What is the racial composition of students in 77049?
77049 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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