For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,432 students in 77048, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77048, TX are Codwell Elementary School, Frost Elementary School and Thomas Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77048 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77048, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77048, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Codwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5225 Tavenor Ln
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3580
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Frost Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5002 Almeda Genoa Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3490
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3490
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5655 Selinsky Rd
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3500
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Gr: 6-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #55.
Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5445 E Orem Dr
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 987-9435
Gr: K-5 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
77048, Texas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ninth Grade Academy (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
5655 Selinsky
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3532
Houston, TX 77048
(713) 732-3532
Gr: 9 | 232 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77048, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77048, TX include Codwell Elementary School, Frost Elementary School and Thomas Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77048?
5 public elementary schools are located in 77048.
What is the racial composition of students in 77048?
77048 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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