For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 282 students in 77440, TX.
The top ranked public high school in 77440, TX is Tidehaven High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 77440 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77440, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77440 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tidehaven High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77440, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 high schools in 77440, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 77440, TX include Tidehaven High School.
How many public high schools are located in 77440?
1 public high schools are located in 77440.
What is the racial composition of students in 77440?
77440 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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