Harleton High School is a public high school located in Harleton, Texas USA. It is part of the Harleton Independent School District which is located in northwestern Harrison County and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 165 students in grades 6-8, Harleton J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Harleton J H's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Harleton, TX, encompassing approximately 95.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harleton 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
School Overview
Harleton J High School's student population of 165 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Motto
Passion. Purpose. Excellence.
School Rankings
Harleton J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harleton J High School is 0.24, 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
#1109 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
87%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
School Mascot
Wildcat/lady Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harleton J High School's ranking?
Harleton J High School is ranked #1109 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harleton J High School often compared to?
Harleton J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hallsville J High School, New Diana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harleton J High School?
165 students attend Harleton J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Harleton J High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harleton J High School?
Harleton J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harleton J High School offer ?
Harleton J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harleton J High School part of?
Harleton J High School is part of Harleton Independent School District.
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