Space Center Intermediate

Space Center Intermediate sits in the Clear Lake area of southeast Houston, a community deeply shaped by its proximity to NASA's Johnson Space Center — so it's no surprise that science is where this school genuinely shines, landing in the 71st percentile statewide. Families drawn to the aerospace industry and STEM culture tend to plant roots here, and the neighborhood has a grounded, close-knit feel that's a bit different from the bustle of central Houston. It's a solid middle-ground school in a community that takes education seriously, and for kids with a curiosity about space and science, the local culture alone makes it a pretty cool place to grow up.