Serving 1,014 students in grades 7-9, Harwood J High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,014 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harwood J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harwood J High School's student population of 1,014 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,014 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Harwood J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harwood J High School is 0.75, 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
#443 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%

Hispanic
28%
53%

Black
18%
13%

White
36%
25%

Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harwood J High School's ranking?
Harwood J High School is ranked #443 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harwood J High School often compared to?
Harwood J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bedford J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harwood J High School?
1,014 students attend Harwood J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Harwood J High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harwood J High School?
Harwood J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harwood J High School offer ?
Harwood J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Harwood J High School part of?
Harwood J High School is part of Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District.
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