For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,713 students in 77019, TX (there are , serving 2,464 private students). 52% of all K-12 students in 77019, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 77019, TX are Carnegie Vanguard High School, River Oaks Elementary School and Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77019 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77019, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77019, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carnegie Vanguard High School
Magnet School
(Math: 91% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1501 Taft
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 732-3690
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 732-3690
Gr: 9-12 | 824 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
River Oaks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2008 Kirby Dr
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1460
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1460
Gr: PK-5 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 W Gray St
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 535-3771
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 535-3771
Gr: PK-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Gregory-lincoln Educational Center
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Taft
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1400
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1400
Gr: PK-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
77019, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1101 Taft St
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1400
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 942-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77019, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77019, TX include Carnegie Vanguard High School, River Oaks Elementary School and Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy.
How many public schools are located in 77019?
4 public schools are located in 77019.
What percentage of students in 77019 go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in 77019 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77019?
77019 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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