Best Schools in So Houston, Texas
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in So Houston by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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L F Smith EL
Elementary · Pasadena ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
South Houston Int
Middle · Pasadena ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
South Houston H S
High · Pasadena ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in So Houston for 2026 are L F Smith EL (5.7/10), South Houston Int (5.4/10), and South Houston H S (5.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$177,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$177,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among So Houston schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in So Houston
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | L F Smith EL | 5.7 / 10 |
| 2 | South Houston Int | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | South Houston H S | 5.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Pearl Hall EL | 3.5 / 10 |
| 5 | South Houston EL | 3.4 / 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
- 4.6/10
- Median household income
- $52,407
- Median home value
- $177,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 54%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How So Houston compares
Texas rank
#631 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.7
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$52k
71% of Texas median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in So Houston, Texas
So Houston, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.6 out of 10, schools in So Houston 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 So Houston is L F Smith EL with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
So Houston is served by 1 school district: PASADENA ISD. These districts collectively serve 47,486 students.
So Houston's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,407. The poverty rate in the area is 23.5%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 605 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 540 students · Pre-K–4th | 3.5 |
| 3 | 432 students · Pre-K–4th | 3.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 567 students · 7th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,214 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
Schools in So Houston
So Houston, Texas · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,407
Median Home Value
$177,000
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
16,058
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Community Profile
So Houston has a median household income of $52,407. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $177,000, with a median rent of $1,174/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in So Houston, Texas
How many schools are in So Houston, Texas?
So Houston has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in So Houston, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in So Houston is 4.6 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 So Houston, Texas?
The top-ranked school in So Houston on MySchoolScout is L F Smith EL with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in So Houston, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in So Houston on MySchoolScout is L F Smith EL with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best middle school in So Houston, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in So Houston on MySchoolScout is South Houston Int with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in So Houston, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in So Houston on MySchoolScout is South Houston H S with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve So Houston, Texas?
So Houston is served by 1 school district: Pasadena ISD.
What is the education level in So Houston, Texas?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in So Houston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in So Houston, Texas?
The median household income in So Houston is approximately $52,407 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in So Houston, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in So Houston is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in So Houston, 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.