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Best 77008 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,700 students in 77008, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 77008, TX are Heights High School and Houston Heights Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 77008 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77008, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77008 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Heights 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 77008, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heights High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
413 E 13th St
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 865-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,521 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Houston Heights Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1125 Lawrence St
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 868-9797
Gr: 9-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 77008, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 77008, TX include Heights High School and Houston Heights Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 77008?
2 public high schools are located in 77008.
What is the racial composition of students in 77008?
77008 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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