What types of schools are available in Houston, Texas?

Houston, Texas offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Houston, Texas

Q: How many schools are in Houston, Texas?

There are 760 schools in Houston, Texas, serving 525,339 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Houston?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Houston, Texas, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 760 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

760

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

525,339

Total Students

Across Houston

16.1:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

760 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)10 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)10 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 990 students at Emerson El.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

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publicelementaryPK-5

701 E 33Rd St, Houston, TX 77022

321 Forest Hill, Houston, TX 77011

9533 Skyline Dr, Houston, TX 77063

6230 Dumfries Dr, Houston, TX 77096

6301 S Loop E, Houston, TX 77087

2310 Berry Rd, Houston, TX 77093

607 Northwood St, Houston, TX 77009

10720 Southview St, Houston, TX 77047

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

4910 Collingsworth St, Houston, TX 77026

2011 Solo St, Houston, TX 77020

1815 Shannon Vly Dr, Houston, TX 77077

12001 Winfrey Ln, Houston, TX 77076

5550 Pine St, Houston, TX 77081

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

6901 Ave I, Houston, TX 77011

6145 San Felipe St, Houston, TX 77057

4803 Brinkman St, Houston, TX 77018

7475 Westover St, Houston, TX 77087

5403 Canal St, Houston, TX 77011

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

2500 Broadway St, Houston, TX 77012

4202 Liberty Rd, Houston, TX 77026

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Houston

Houston, Texas is home to 760 schools serving over 525,339 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Houston, Texas?

There are 760 schools in Houston, serving 525,339 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Houston?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Houston include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Houston?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Houston is 16.1:1.

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