Serving 1,056 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Harmony School Of Excellence-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 60% (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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 1,056 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony School Of Excellence-houston ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harmony School Of Excellence-houston's student population of 1,056 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
1,056 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harmony School Of Excellence-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 Excellence-houston is 0.72, 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
#1396 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
17%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Excellence-houston's ranking?
Harmony School Of Excellence-houston is ranked #1396 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% 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 School Of Excellence-houston?
1,056 students attend Harmony School Of Excellence-houston.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Harmony School Of Excellence-houston students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony School Of Excellence-houston?
Harmony School Of Excellence-houston has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony School Of Excellence-houston offer ?
Harmony School Of Excellence-houston offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Harmony School Of Excellence-houston part of?
Harmony School Of Excellence-houston is part of Harmony Public Schools - Houston North School District.
In what neighborhood is Harmony School Of Excellence-houston located?
Harmony School Of Excellence-houston is located in the Willowbrook neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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