Serving 510 students in grades 9-12, Harmony Magnet Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harmony Magnet Academy's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harmony Magnet Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harmony Magnet Academy is 0.44, 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
#1379 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
72%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Magnet Academy's ranking?
Harmony Magnet Academy is ranked #1379 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harmony Magnet Academy?
The graduation rate of Harmony Magnet Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harmony Magnet Academy?
510 students attend Harmony Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Harmony Magnet Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony Magnet Academy?
Harmony Magnet Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Harmony Magnet Academy offer ?
Harmony Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harmony Magnet Academy part of?
Harmony Magnet Academy is part of Porterville Unified School District.
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