Best Public Schools in Zip Code 77044

The 14 schools in Houston's 77044 zip code serve students from early childhood through high school, split primarily between the Sheldon Independent School District (Isd) and the Humble Independent School District (Isd), with one charter school, Ischool High - Atascocita, operating under the Texas College Preparatory Academies. The most defining characteristic of this area is the stark performance gap between the two main districts: Humble ISD schools consistently score at or above state averages, while Sheldon ISD schools generally struggle. For example, Woodcreek Middle (Humble ISD) ranks in the 79th percentile, while C E King Middle (Sheldon ISD) ranks in the 25th percentile. This disparity is visible as early as elementary school, with Humble ISD's Centennial Elementary and Summerwood Elementary performing in the 60th-70th percentile, while Sheldon ISD's L E Monahan Elementary and Garrett Elementary rank in the 6th-33rd percentile.

The standout performer in the zip code is Ischool High - Atascocita, a small charter school (148 students) that ranks in the 94th percentile statewide with exceptional test scores, such as 95.83% proficiency in Biology. In contrast, C E King High School (Sheldon ISD) has a solid 91.7% graduation rate, while Kase Academy, an alternative high school, faces significant challenges with a 76.5% graduation rate and a 13.7% dropout rate. A fascinating anomaly is that both C E King Middle and Michael R Null Middle (Sheldon ISD) have very low overall math scores but exceptionally high Algebra I End-of-Course scores (85.89% and 87.79% proficient, respectively), indicating strong advanced math programs for select students while the majority struggle with grade-level math.

Spending per student varies widely, with Sheldon ISD schools generally spending more than their higher-performing Humble ISD counterparts. For instance, Kase Academy spends the most at $15,092 per student with poor outcomes, while Woodcreek Middle spends the least at $8,878 with strong results, highlighting that spending alone does not determine success. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced lunch is significantly higher in Sheldon ISD schools (72% to 87%) compared to Humble ISD schools (39% to 51%), with Ischool High - Atascocita having the lowest rate at 36.49%. For parents, the choice of district is the most critical factor, with Humble ISD schools and the charter school offering the strongest academic outcomes in the area.