Harker Heights High School is a public high school located in Harker Heights, Texas and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is one of six high schools in Killeen Independent School District located in western Bell County.
Serving 2,268 students in grades 9-12, Harker Heights High School 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harker Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harker Heights High School's student population of 2,268 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Harker Heights High School 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 Harker Heights High School is 0.76, 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
#5162 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
26%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harker Heights High School's ranking?
Harker Heights High School is ranked #5162 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harker Heights High School often compared to?
Harker Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belton High School, Georgetown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harker Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Harker Heights High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harker Heights High School?
2,268 students attend Harker Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Harker Heights High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harker Heights High School?
Harker Heights High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harker Heights High School offer ?
Harker Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harker Heights High School part of?
Harker Heights High School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/17/2013
I liked it, there was a lot of stuck up white kids but all in all it was fun.
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