For the 2025 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 28% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77008, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77008 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Texas average of 89%.
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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heights High School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
413 E 13th St
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 865-4400
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 865-4400
Grades: 9-12
| 2,521 students
Rank: #22.
Houston Heights Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1125 Lawrence St
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 868-9797
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 868-9797
Grades: 9-12
| 179 students
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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