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Harker Heights Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 731 students

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Posted April 18, 2013

My children attended this school for 2 years and I have so say, this school SUCKS! Office staff are very unorganized. The majority of the teachers are only there for a pay check. They could care less if the students pass. The parent/teacher communication is little to non! The teacher my daughter had just yelled ALL the time! She is a straight A student and has ALWAYS loved school until this school! She brought home her class picture and all but 3 students had sad faces!! pathetic! I'm so glad my kids don't attend this school anymore. We're now at Oveta Culp Hobby and we're are extremely pleased :) Get your school in gear Harker Heights!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 21, 2011

I can not sing their praises enough!! My son is in the Special Education program and his abilities and skills have sky rocketed with their help. Ms. Baron is phenomenal. Her obvious and deep love for the children is readily seen. Mr. Evans (1st grade) has gone out of his way to tailor his teaching style to one that connects with my son perfectly. My son used to hate going to school because of his struggles, but now he can't wait to go. Ms. Duggar was kind and patient when I emailed the district for assistance in choosing a school for my son. She paid close attention to what I was telling her and explained what her school could offer; answering all of my questions without hesitation. We are moving and we are going to miss them and Harker Heights terribly. They have set the bar very high for future schools.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 30, 2010

My son hs learned alot at this school and his teacher is wonderful! I can not speak about the rest of the faculty, but I can say that every time I go and come across a faculty member they are very polite and welcoming. I am a firm believer that as a parent it is our responsibilty to get ourselves involved in the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 21, 2010

Referring to the last comment.....perhaps your opinion comes from your lack of education. I hope your child is learning some grammar and spelling there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 20, 2010

The staff is excelent and the interaciton between parents and teachers is great
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

I was very unhappy with my child's experience at this school. My experiences with the principal were very unprofessional. I did not feel like it was a parent friendly environment for me to discuss issues concerning my child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 13, 2009

I must say that I think this isnot a good school environment for children at all. My daughter attended this school for two years, and I am happy to say that none of my other three little ones will attend this school. The principle at this school is not professional at all. It's a bad learning environement to me, parents are not welcome to come and stop by at any time. Which makes it seem like something is going on in the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 20, 2003

I attended this school what seems like ages ago. The quality of the faculty is uncomparable to any other. I can still go back and the teachers I had still remember me. They watched me grow up. My second grade teacher just retired last year and I sent her a retirement card. That's how special these teachers are here. They've touched my heart in a way I will never forget them.
—Submitted by a former student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

98 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
72%

2008

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

97 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
83%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

89 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
78%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

91 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
74%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

90 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
88%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

89 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
81%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

89 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
82%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

89 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
72%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students84%
Female82%
Male85%
Black or African American75%
Asiann/a
Hispanic89%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White81%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Special education50%
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)90%
Proficient in English82%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant84%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students82%
Female84%
Male81%
Black or African American75%
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special education50%
Not special education86%
Limited English proficient (LEP)79%
Proficient in English83%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant82%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students96%
Female92%
Male100%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic97%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education89%
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)93%
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students89%
Female92%
Male85%
Black or African American94%
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education82%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)75%
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Writing

All Students96%
Female96%
Male95%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education89%
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)93%
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students93%
Female89%
Male98%
Black or African American83%
Asiann/a
Hispanic97%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education80%
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)83%
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students93%
Female96%
Male91%
Black or African American83%
Asiann/a
Hispanic97%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education100%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Students83%
Female80%
Male86%
Black or African American58%
Asiann/a
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Special education60%
Not special education85%
Limited English proficient (LEP)83%
Proficient in English81%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant83%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Recognized".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 38% 34%
Hispanic 35% 48%
Black 26% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 11%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 3%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 19%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 74%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 17%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 41%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 14%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 18%N/A23%
21 or more years 10%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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726 S Ann Blvd
Harker Heights, TX 76548
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Phone: (254) 336-2050

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