Serving 186 students in grades 9-12, Harper High School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harper High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Harper High School's student population of 186 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harper High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harper High School is 0.23, 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
#2601 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
87%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper High School's ranking?
Harper High School is ranked #2601 out of 8,079 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harper High School?
The graduation rate of Harper High School is 90%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Harper High School?
186 students attend Harper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Harper High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harper High School?
Harper High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harper High School offer ?
Harper High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harper High School part of?
Harper High School is part of Harper ISD School District.
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