Best Schools in Channelview, Texas
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Channelview by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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B H Hamblen EL
Elementary · Channelview ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mcghee EL
Elementary · Channelview ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mcmullan EL
Elementary · Channelview ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Channelview for 2026 are B H Hamblen EL (6.6/10), Mcghee EL (6.3/10), and Mcmullan EL (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$170,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$170,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 6.6/10 despite 85% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Channelview schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +8.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Channelview schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Channelview
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | B H Hamblen EL | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Mcghee EL | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Mcmullan EL | 5.2 / 10 |
| 4 | De Zavala EL | 5.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Channelview H S | 4.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Crenshaw EL | 4.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Endeavor Hs-joe Frank Campbell Learning Center | 4.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Alice Johnson J H | 3.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $64,151
- Median home value
- $170,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Channelview compares
Texas rank
#611 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.4
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$64k
86% of Texas median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Channelview, Texas
Channelview, Texas is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Channelview show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Channelview is B H Hamblen EL with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Channelview is served by 1 school district: CHANNELVIEW ISD. These districts collectively serve 9,434 students.
Channelview's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,151. The poverty rate in the area is 16.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 901 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 781 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 504 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.2 |
| 4 | 562 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
| 5 | 509 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,168 students · 6th–8th | 3.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,903 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
| 2 | 106 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 425 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.3 |
Schools in Channelview
Channelview, Texas · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,151
Median Home Value
$170,600
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
32,065
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Community Profile
Channelview has a median household income of $64,151. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $170,600, with a median rent of $1,131/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.9%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Channelview, Texas
How many schools are in Channelview, Texas?
Channelview has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Channelview, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Channelview is 4.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Channelview, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Channelview on MySchoolScout is B H Hamblen EL with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Channelview, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Channelview on MySchoolScout is B H Hamblen EL with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Channelview, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Channelview on MySchoolScout is Alice Johnson J H with a composite score of 3.7/10.
What is the best high school in Channelview, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Channelview on MySchoolScout is Channelview H S with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Channelview, Texas?
Channelview is served by 1 school district: Channelview ISD.
What is the education level in Channelview, Texas?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Channelview have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Channelview, Texas?
The median household income in Channelview is approximately $64,151 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Channelview, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Channelview is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Channelview, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.