Serving 171 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Harper High School's attendance zone covers the entire Harper school district, encompassing approximately 387 square miles around Harper, TX. Families typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 11.5 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 20.8 miles.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harper High School's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harper High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harper High School is 0.31, 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
#4009 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
82%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #4009 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harper High School often compared to?
Harper High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fredericksburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harper High School?
The graduation rate of Harper High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harper High School?
171 students attend Harper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Harper High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
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 Independent School District.
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