For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 2,154 students in 77098, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 77098, TX are Lanier Middle School and Poe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77098 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77098, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77098, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lanier Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2600 Woodhead St
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 942-1900
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 942-1900
Grades: 6-8
| 1,418 students
Rank: #22.
Poe Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5100 Hazard St
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 535-3780
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 535-3780
Grades: PK-5
| 736 students
77098, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5100 Montrose Blvd
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 204-3837
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 204-3837
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 77098, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 77098, TX include Lanier Middle School and Poe Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77098?
2 public elementary schools are located in 77098.
What is the racial composition of students in 77098?
77098 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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