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Educational Opportunities in Houston

Houston offers an enormous range of education options — from one of the country’s largest school districts to nationally known universities and accessible community colleges. If you’re relocating because of a divorce or custody case, where you live often determines your home school district, so it’s worth doing your homework. Use this directory to explore schools for your children and learning options for yourself.

Informational directory only — confirm enrollment details, zoning, and deadlines directly with each institution.

Choosing a school during a move

Your address usually decides your school district. If a divorce or custody case may change where you or your children live, that decision can affect schooling — and sometimes the custody arrangement itself. Our team can help you think it through alongside your divorce planning.

Houston Resource Directory

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K-12 School Districts

Public · K-12

Houston ISD (HISD)

The largest school district in Texas and one of the largest in the U.S., serving the city of Houston with traditional public schools plus charter and magnet programs focused on areas like science and the trades.

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K-12 School Districts

Public · K-12

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD (Cy-Fair)

A large suburban district serving the northwest Houston area.

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K-12 School Districts

Public · K-12

Katy ISD

Highly regarded suburban district serving the Katy area west of Houston.

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K-12 School Districts

Public · K-12

Conroe ISD

Fast-growing district serving Montgomery County and the north Houston suburbs.

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K-12 School Districts

Public · K-12

Spring ISD

Suburban district serving the Spring area north of Houston.

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K-12 School Districts

Public · K-12

Tomball ISD

Suburban district serving the Tomball area northwest of Houston.

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Community Colleges & Vocational

2-year degrees · Certifications

Houston Community College (HCC)

One of the most established community college systems in Southeast Texas, serving the inner core of Houston with two-year (associate) degrees and vocational certifications.

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Community Colleges & Vocational

2-year degrees · Workforce

Lone Star College

Large community college system serving the suburban and outlying areas of Harris and Montgomery counties, with associate degrees and workforce/vocational programs.

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Four-Year Universities

4-Year University · Public

University of Houston

Major public research university offering bachelor’s and graduate degrees across many fields.

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Four-Year Universities

4-Year University · Public

Rice University

Nationally ranked private research university in the heart of Houston.

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Four-Year Universities

4-Year University · Public

Texas Southern University

Public university in Houston offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.

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Four-Year Universities

4-Year University · Public

University of St. Thomas

Private university in Houston offering bachelor’s and post-graduate degrees.

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Four-Year Universities

4-Year University · Public

Houston Christian University

Private university in Houston (formerly Houston Baptist University) offering undergraduate and graduate degrees.

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Four-Year Universities

4-Year University · Public

Prairie View A&M University

Public university a short drive from Houston offering bachelor’s and graduate degrees.

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Four-Year Universities

4-Year University · Public

Sam Houston State University

Public university in Huntsville, within a short drive of Houston.

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Four-Year Universities

4-Year University · Public

Stephen F. Austin State University

Public university in Nacogdoches, a regional option within driving distance.

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FOR PARENTS & ADULTS

Adult Learners

Adult & Continuing Education

Community colleges (HCC and Lone Star) offer GED prep, ESL, certifications, and two-year degrees for parents restarting their education after a divorce.

No single official site — see linked institutions.

FOR PARENTS & ADULTS

Funding

Financial Aid & FAFSA

Federal student aid can help fund a return to school; start at the official FAFSA site.

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For Your Family Matter

When school choices meet your family law case

Where children attend school can intersect with custody, possession schedules, and relocation. A move across town — or across the state — can also affect child support and your overall plan. We can help you understand how a move or schedule change may affect your case before you commit to it.

Related Resources

Custody 101

How Texas courts decide conservatorship and possession.

Divorce 101

What the Texas divorce process actually looks like.

Child Support 101

How Texas calculates and enforces child support.

Medical Resources in Houston

Hospitals, clinics, and support services in the area.

This directory is provided for general informational purposes only and is not an endorsement or guarantee. School zoning, programs, tuition, and deadlines change — confirm everything directly with each institution.

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Houston Corporate Office

3707 Cypress Creek Parkway, Suite 400
Houston, TX 77068

Atascocita Office

8530 FM 1960
Humble, TX 77346

Kingwood Office

900 Rockmead Dr, #225
Kingwood, TX 77339

The Woodlands Office

7 Grogans Park Dr
The Woodlands, TX 77380

River Oaks Office

Virtual Office

3100 Richmond Ave, #100
Houston, TX 77098

Dallas Office

12700 Hillcrest Rd, Suite 201
Dallas, TX 75230

Austin Office

11645 Angus Rd, Ste A-3
Austin, TX 78759

San Antonio Office

45 NE Interstate 410 Loop, Ste. 100
San Antonio, TX 78216

San Antonio II Office

Virtual Office

1002 N. Flores St
San Antonio, TX 78212

Southwest Office

Virtual Office

7324 Southwest Fwy, Suite 300
Houston, TX 77074

Humble Office

414 E Main St
Humble, TX 77338

Fort Worth Office

204 W Central Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76164

Richmond Office

806 Austin St
Richmond, TX 77469

Houston Heights Office

848 Heights Blvd
Houston, TX 77007

El Paso Office

525 Corto Way
El Paso, TX 79902

Galveston Office

1301 Market St
Galveston, TX 77550

Rockwall Office

908 N Goliad St
Rockwall, TX 75087

Victoria Office

101 W Goodwin Ave, Ste 302
Victoria, TX 77901

Abilene Office

598 Westwood Dr
Abilene, TX 79603

Angleton Office

229 E Cedar St
Angleton, TX 77515

Conroe Office

103 W Phillips St
Conroe, TX 77301

The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.