Serving 2,677 students in grades 9-12, Harker Heights High School 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 is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harker Heights High School's student population of 2,677 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 151 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
151 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harker Heights 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 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
#2783 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
29%
13%
White
25%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
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 Harker Heights High School's ranking?
Harker Heights High School is ranked #2783 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 89%.
How many students attend Harker Heights High School?
2,677 students attend Harker Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Harker Heights High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harker Heights High School?
Harker Heights High School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 ISD 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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