For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,143 students in 77086, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 77086, TX are Carmichael Elementary School, Mcdougle Elementary School and Epps Island Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77086 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77086, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77086, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carmichael Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6902 Silver Star Dr
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-0345
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-0345
Gr: 1-5 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Mcdougle Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10410 Kansack Ln
Houston, TX 77086
(832) 484-7550
Houston, TX 77086
(832) 484-7550
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Epps Island Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7403 Smiling Wood Ln
Houston, TX 77086
(832) 484-5800
Houston, TX 77086
(832) 484-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Kujawa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7007 Fallbrook Dr
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-1530
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-1530
Gr: 1-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Shotwell Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6515 Trl Vly Way
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-0960
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-0960
Gr: 6-8 | 929 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
7535 Prairie Oak Dr
Houston, TX 77086
(832) 375-7900
Houston, TX 77086
(832) 375-7900
Gr: PK | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Kujawa Ec/pk/k
Magnet School
7111 Fallbrook Dr
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-1514
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 878-1514
Gr: PK-K | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 77086, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 77086, TX include Carmichael Elementary School, Mcdougle Elementary School and Epps Island Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77086?
7 public schools are located in 77086.
What is the racial composition of students in 77086?
77086 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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