For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 506 students in 77440, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 77440, TX are Tidehaven Intermediate School and Tidehaven High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77440 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77440, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77440, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tidehaven Intermediate School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Fm 1095
Elmaton, TX 77440
(979) 843-4320
Elmaton, TX 77440
(979) 843-4320
Gr: 6-8 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Tidehaven High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
205 Fm 1095
Elmaton, TX 77440
(979) 843-4310
Elmaton, TX 77440
(979) 843-4310
Gr: 9-12 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
77440, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Matagorda County Alter Middle School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Hwy 35 And F M 1095
Elmaton, TX 77440
(361) 588-6810
Elmaton, TX 77440
(361) 588-6810
Gr: 7 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 77440, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 77440, TX include Tidehaven Intermediate School and Tidehaven High School.
How many public schools are located in 77440?
2 public schools are located in 77440.
What is the racial composition of students in 77440?
77440 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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