For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,871 students in 77486, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 77486, TX are West Columbia Elementary School, Barrow Elementary School and West Brazos J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77486 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77486, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77486, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
711 S Gray
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 345-5147
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 345-5147
Gr: K-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Barrow Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
112 Gaines
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 799-1700
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 799-1700
Gr: 2-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
West Brazos J High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
111 Roustabout Dr
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 799-1700
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 799-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Columbia High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
521 S 16th St
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 345-5147
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 345-5147
Gr: 9-12 | 885 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Wild Peach Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3311 County Rd 353
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 799-1700
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 799-1700
Gr: PK-1 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Brazoria Co J J A E P
Alternative School
521 S 16th St
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 345-5147
West Columbia, TX 77486
(979) 345-5147
Gr: 9-11 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77486, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77486, TX include West Columbia Elementary School, Barrow Elementary School and West Brazos J High School.
How many public schools are located in 77486?
6 public schools are located in 77486.
What is the racial composition of students in 77486?
77486 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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