Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock ranks in the bottom 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 is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 85% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock's student population of 567 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock 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 Science Academy - Lubbock is 0.58, 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
#5402 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock's ranking?
Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock is ranked #5402 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock?
567 students attend Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock?
Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock offer ?
Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock part of?
Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock is part of Harmony Public Schools - West Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock located?
Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock is located in the Bowie neighborhood of Lubbock, TX.
School Reviews
5 11/12/2014
Yes a recommend this school 100%? I love this school my son is very happy .is the best school here in lubbock,thank you Harmony science academy for take care my son....
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