For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,773 students in 77048, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 77048, TX are Codwell Elementary School, Frost Elementary School and Thomas Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77048 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77048, 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77048, TX 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Codwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5225 Tavenor Ln
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3580
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Frost Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5002 Almeda Genoa Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3490
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3490
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5655 Selinsky Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3500
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Sterling High School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11625 Martindale Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 991-0510
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 991-0510
Gr: 9-12 | 1,341 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Gr: 6-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #66.
Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Gr: K-5 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
77048, Texas 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ninth Grade Academy (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
5655 Selinsky
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3532
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3532
Gr: 9 | 232 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 77048, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 77048, TX include Codwell Elementary School, Frost Elementary School and Thomas Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 77048?
6 public schools are located in 77048.
What is the racial composition of students in 77048?
77048 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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