For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,607 students in 77043, TX (there are , serving 1,173 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 77043, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 77043, TX are Terrace Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Spring Oaks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77043 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77043, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77043, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10400 Rothbury
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-7200
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Sherwood Forest
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-6900
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Spring Oaks Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2150 Shadowdale
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-4800
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-4800
Gr: 6-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Shadow Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1335 Shadowdale Dr
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-6800
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10595 Hammerly
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-2100
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-2100
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Harold D Guthrie Center For Excellence
Alternative School
10660 Hammerly Blvd
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-1300
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-1300
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
10406 Tiger Trl
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-8100
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 251-8100
Gr: PK | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77043, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77043, TX include Terrace Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Spring Oaks Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 77043?
7 public schools are located in 77043.
What percentage of students in 77043 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 77043 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77043?
77043 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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