Serving 322 students in grades 8, Hereford Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: HEREFORD PREPARATORY ACADEMY's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Hereford, TX, covering approximately 709 square miles. Families may expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 23.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hereford Preparatory Academy's student population of 322 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hereford Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hereford Preparatory Academy is 0.15, 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
#4593 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
92%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hereford Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Hereford Preparatory Academy is ranked #4593 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hereford Preparatory Academy?
322 students attend Hereford Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hereford Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hereford Preparatory Academy?
Hereford Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hereford Preparatory Academy offer ?
Hereford Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is Hereford Preparatory Academy part of?
Hereford Preparatory Academy is part of Hereford Independent School District.
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