Serving 839 students in grades 6-12, Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston's student population of 839 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
839 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston is 0.71, which is more 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
#1373 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston's ranking?
Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston is ranked #1373 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston often compared to?
Harmony School Of Discovery - Houstonis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Academy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston?
The graduation rate of Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston?
839 students attend Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston?
Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston offer ?
Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston part of?
Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston is part of Harmony Public Schools - Houston North School District.
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