These are some of the top-rated public schools in Houston based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Houston at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Houston Independent School District
189,934 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 283 schools -
Aldine Independent School District
60,074 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 94 schools -
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
118,010 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 91 schools -
Fort Bend Independent School District
79,660 students | SUGAR LAND, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 85 schools -
Katy Independent School District
92,667 students | KATY, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 74 schools -
Pasadena Independent School District
48,726 students | PASADENA, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 69 schools -
Klein Independent School District
53,712 students | KLEIN, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 51 schools -
Texas College Preparatory Academies
16,478 students | LEWISVILLE, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 49 schools -
Humble Independent School District
48,758 students | HUMBLE, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 49 schools -
Spring Branch Independent School District
33,649 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 48 schools -
Alief Independent School District
40,329 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 46 schools -
Clear Creek Independent School District
40,693 students | LEAGUE CITY, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 45 schools -
Spring Independent School District
34,114 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 43 schools -
Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District
24,431 students | BAYTOWN, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 33 schools -
Galena Park Independent School District
21,392 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 24 schools -
New Caney Independent School District
18,344 students | NEW CANEY, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 21 schools -
Sheldon Independent School District
10,990 students | HOUSTON, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 13 schools -
Channelview Independent School District
9,520 students | CHANNELVIEW, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 11 schools -
Crosby Independent School District
6,717 students | CROSBY, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 9 schools -
Huffman Independent School District
3,717 students | HUFFMAN, TX
Grades PK, K-12 | 7 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Houston
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June 13, 2025
Love this school and community! Diverse (economic, geographic, ethnic) community that supports each other really well. Rigorous academics and excellent fine arts and athletics.
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Second Baptist School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 13, 2025
SBS is deeply committed to its mission: equipping students to think critically, live biblically and lead courageously. That’s not just a tagline—it’s a daily reality. The academics are strong; the... More
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Second Baptist School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 13, 2025
My family and I have been affiliated with this school for the past 3 years. Second has went above and beyond when it comes to family participation, education, teachers, and the administratiin. I... More
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Second Baptist School
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