Harmony Public Schools - South Texas

The Harmony Public Schools - South Texas district encompasses 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools, serving students in the South Texas region. The data reveals a mix of standout performers and schools struggling to meet academic benchmarks, with significant variation in student demographics, test scores, and other key metrics across the district.

Among the top-performing schools is Harmony School of Science - San Antonio, an elementary school that ranks 4 out of 5 stars on SchoolDigger and significantly outperforms district and state averages on STAAR reading and math tests. In contrast, Harmony School of Innovation - Laredo struggles, with only 9.82% of 5th graders proficient in science. The high school Harmony School of Excellence - Laredo stands out for its 97.0% graduation rate and 0.2% dropout rate, as well as strong performance on Algebra I and U.S. History end-of-course exams.

Across the district, the student populations are predominantly Hispanic, with high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges. While student-teacher ratios are relatively low, the data suggests a need for targeted interventions and support to address the disparities in academic outcomes, particularly in math and science. The correlation between higher per-student spending and better performance points to the importance of adequate funding to support student success in the Harmony Public Schools - South Texas district.