Serving 860 students in grades 6-8, Harpool Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Harpool Middle School serves the southern part of Sanger, TX, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harpool Middle 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
Harpool Middle School's student population of 860 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
860 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Colors
White, Orange
School Motto
Empowering Lifelong Learners
School Rankings
Harpool Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harpool Middle School is 0.54, 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
#447 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
19%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
65%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harpool Middle School's ranking?
Harpool Middle School is ranked #447 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harpool Middle School often compared to?
Harpool Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Argyle Middle School, Mcmath Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harpool Middle School?
860 students attend Harpool Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Harpool Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harpool Middle School?
Harpool Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harpool Middle School offer ?
Harpool Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harpool Middle School part of?
Harpool Middle School is part of Denton Independent School District.
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