Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Harmony School Of Science-houston ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 37% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 51% (which was equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Harmony School Of Science-houston ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#4058 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
45%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Science-houston's ranking?
Harmony School Of Science-houston is ranked #4058 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harmony School Of Science-houston?
327 students attend Harmony School Of Science-houston.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Harmony School Of Science-houston students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony School Of Science-houston?
Harmony School Of Science-houston has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony School Of Science-houston offer ?
Harmony School Of Science-houston offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Harmony School Of Science-houston part of?
Harmony School Of Science-houston is part of Harmony Public Schools - Houston South School District.
In what neighborhood is Harmony School Of Science-houston located?
Harmony School Of Science-houston is located in the Meyerland Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Meyerland Area.
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