For the 2025-26 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 5,261 students in 77023, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 77023, TX are Project Chrysalis Middle School, Lantrip Elementary School and De Zavala Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77023 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77023, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77023, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Project Chrysalis Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4528 Leeland
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1700
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Lantrip Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Telephone Rd
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1670
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1670
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
De Zavala Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7521 Ave H
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1888
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1888
Gr: PK-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #44.
Henderson J Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 Dismuke
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1730
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1730
Gr: PK-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Cage Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4528 Leeland St
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1700
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Kipp Explore Academy
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5402 Lawndale St
Houston, TX 77023
(832) 230-0547
Houston, TX 77023
(832) 230-0547
Gr: PK-4 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Carrillo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
960 S Wayside Dr
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1870
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1870
Gr: PK-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Kipp Intrepid Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5402 Lawndale St
Houston, TX 77023
(281) 879-3100
Houston, TX 77023
(281) 879-3100
Gr: 5-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Navarro Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Polk St
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1760
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 924-1760
Gr: 6-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
George I Sanchez Charter
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Gulf Fwy Bldg B3
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 926-1112
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 926-1112
Gr: PK-12 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #1111.
George I Sanchez North
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
170 Rittenhouse St
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 742-0374
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 742-0374
Gr: PK-12 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #1212.
Community Services-sec
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1102 Telephone Rd
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 967-5285
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 967-5285
Gr: PK-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
77023, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Advanced Virtual Academy (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
1102 Telephone Rd
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 926-4528
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 926-4528
Gr: 9-12 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
George I Sanchez Charter - Ged (Closed 2004)
Charter School
6001 Gulf Freeway
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 926-1112
Houston, TX 77023
(713) 926-1112
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 77023, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 77023, TX include Project Chrysalis Middle School, Lantrip Elementary School and De Zavala Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77023?
12 public elementary schools are located in 77023.
What is the racial composition of students in 77023?
77023 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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