Best K-12 Schools and Universities in Houston, Texas
Best K-12 Schools
- Carnegie Vanguard High School
- Public magnet high school
- Known for its rigorous curriculum and high academic achievement
- DeBakey High School for Health Professions
- Public magnet high school focused on medical and health sciences
- Consistently ranked as one of the top high schools in Texas
- The Kinkaid School
- Private K-12 school
- Known for its strong academic programs and extensive extracurricular offerings
- St. John’s School
- Private K-12 school
- Offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum and strong athletic programs
- The Awty International School
- Private PK-12 international school
- Offers both French and International Baccalaureate programs
Best Colleges and Universities
- Rice University
- Private research university known for its strong programs in engineering and natural sciences
- Consistently ranked as one of the top universities in the nation
- University of Houston
- Public research university
- Known for its diverse student body and strong programs in business and engineering
- Houston Baptist University
- Private Christian university
- Known for its liberal arts curriculum and strong nursing program
- University of St. Thomas
- Private Catholic university
- Known for its strong programs in business and education
- Texas Southern University
- Public historically black university
- Known for its programs in law, pharmacy, and public affairs
