Serving 258 students in grades 6-8, Harmony J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Harmony J High School's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harmony J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harmony J High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2009 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
76%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony J High School's ranking?
Harmony J High School is ranked #2009 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harmony J High School often compared to?
Harmony J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Diana Middle School, Ore City Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harmony J High School?
258 students attend Harmony J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Harmony J High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony J High School?
Harmony J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony J High School offer ?
Harmony J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harmony J High School part of?
Harmony J High School is part of Harmony Independent School District.
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