Serving 637 students in grades 9-12, Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo's student population of 637 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo ranks within the bottom 50% 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 - Laredo is 0.00, 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
#5159 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 - Laredo's ranking?
Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo is ranked #5159 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo?
The graduation rate of Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo?
637 students attend Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo?
Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo offer ?
Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo part of?
Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo is part of Harmony Public Schools - South Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo located?
Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo is located in the Eastern Division neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Eastern Division.
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