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Teacher quality
Principal leadership
Parent involvement
While this can be a good option for some, this does not represent a "GreatSchool." The student/teacher/staff ratio is not as low as published across the board. Many classrooms are over 25 students/teacher. The school has a high turnover rate. There have been three different principals over the past three years. It is very common for staff members to leave during the school year. For the most part staff members are hard working, helpful and competent teachers while others may not be certified to teach. There seems to be too much emphasis on looking good (0% dropout rate, non-indoctrination practices) and not enough with consistency in providing a safe, engaging and rigorous academic experience.
We are fortunate to be a part of the wonderful school! We are finishing our 5th year there so we were among the group of students and parents that started the school. We have that special connection with the school and the staff. We truly see it as a "family." The opportunities and expectations of the students is wonderful. You will not find a more dedicated group of teachers than at Harmony-Waco. My children are constantly involved in something, therefore leaving less time to engage in other nonproductive things. We have experienced both private and public schools, but Harmony is definitely our top choice. I have always experienced nothing but support from the administration and my concerns have been quickly addressed. I take the time to meet and get to know the staff and they do the same. Needless to say, we are proud to be a part of the HSA-Waco family!
—Submitted by a parent
This school is not as good as it pretends to be. While math and science are emphasized, other subjects suffer, and the administration fails to support teachers of English and social studies. Students do not turn in their homework and teachers are unable to teach properly. The year we left, the principal was completely absent, to the point where students speculated as to whether there was a principal. The students are primarily slackers, and those who are there for the academics suffer.
—Submitted by a parent
If you live near Waco, Texas, you should seriously consider applying to Harmony Science Academy Waco. My family is finishing our second year at HSA Waco. We have been very happy with the dedication of the faculty, administration, staff, and parents. Harmony Schools have been rated in the Top 100 Best High Schools in the US for several years. HSA Waco was selected as a Top 100 Middle Schools in Texas for 2010-2011, as well as a TEA Exemplary School. The school is small, but has plans to expand, including the possibility of a second Waco campus. The sense of community among enrolled families is outstanding. Drugs are simply not tolerated, and good character is strongly encouraged. High school students will quickly tell you the curriculum is academically demanding. The parents of these high school students will tell you that the HSA program equals Waco High's Athens Program or Vanguard's program. Some rumors were spread that HSA Schools were Moslem "private" schools. This is definitely not the case. While people of all faiths work and study together at Harmony, this is a secular, state government-funded charter school. All religions are respected, but none are promoted.
—Submitted by a parent
Harmony science is the best school hands down. cause the teachers actually get to know the students well.Then the studners are very friendly like Waahid or Adrain Rayes or Camila Rios or Safiq Sindha
I love knowing more than just my child's teacher, and she feels comfortable talking with the adminstrators as well as other teachers. The teachers are committed to encouraging all students.
—Submitted by a parent
The teachers and staff work tremendously hard to focus on the childrens' education, health and sense of being. Being a small school, all staff learn the names of the children and reconize their parents. This creates a core body to help in getting needed facilities and supplies through school monies and through fundraising.
HSA-Waco is a great school. Has many extra curricular activities. Teacher are very dedicated. Safe&drug free.
—Submitted by a parent
my daughter is a student at this school and we love it! she really enjoys going to this school and teachers there really care and take time to teach our future!
—Submitted by a parent
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Grade level
The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.
60 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.
58 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.
61 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.
62 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.
62 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.
62 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.
62 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.
62 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.
81 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.
82 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.
46 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.
46 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.
46 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 73% in 2011.
49 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.
49 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.
49 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Social Studies was 95% in 2011.
48 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 70% in 2011.
24 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.
23 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2011.
14 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Math was 74% in 2011.
14 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Science was 76% in 2011.
14 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Social Studies was 93% in 2011.
14 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for English Language Arts was 95% in 2011.
12 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Math was 90% in 2011.
13 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Science was 91% in 2011.
13 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Social Studies was 99% in 2011.
13 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 93% |
| Female | 93% |
| Male | 93% |
| Black or African American | 75% |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 97% |
| White | 92% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 92% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 95% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 93% |
| Non-migrant | 93% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 98% |
| Female | 97% |
| Male | 100% |
| Black or African American | 88% |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 98% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 98% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 98% |
| Non-migrant | 98% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 87% |
| Female | 90% |
| Male | 84% |
| Black or African American | 80% |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 84% |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 91% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 63% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 88% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 86% |
| Non-migrant | 87% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 85% |
| Female | 77% |
| Male | 94% |
| Black or African American | 100% |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 82% |
| White | 92% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 87% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 78% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 85% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 86% |
| Non-migrant | 85% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 82% |
| Female | 83% |
| Male | 81% |
| Black or African American | 100% |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 75% |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 81% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 89% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 82% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 83% |
| Non-migrant | 82% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 90% |
| Female | 84% |
| Male | 97% |
| Black or African American | 60% |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 93% |
| White | 92% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 90% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 90% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 90% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | 100% |
| Proficient in English | 89% |
| Non-migrant | 90% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 85% |
| Female | 87% |
| Male | 84% |
| Black or African American | 60% |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 83% |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 83% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 85% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | 83% |
| Proficient in English | 86% |
| Non-migrant | 85% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 94% |
| Female | 90% |
| Male | 97% |
| Black or African American | 100% |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 90% |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 92% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 94% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | 83% |
| Proficient in English | 95% |
| Non-migrant | 94% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 86% |
| Female | 81% |
| Male | 92% |
| Black or African American | 75% |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 82% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 96% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 83% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 96% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 87% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 87% |
| Non-migrant | 86% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 95% |
| Female | 98% |
| Male | 93% |
| Black or African American | 88% |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 95% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 96% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 95% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 96% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 95% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 95% |
| Non-migrant | 95% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 89% |
| Female | 82% |
| Male | 96% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 89% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 92% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 88% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 92% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 89% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 89% |
| Non-migrant | 89% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 96% |
| Female | 95% |
| Male | 96% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 93% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 94% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 96% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 100% |
| Non-migrant | 96% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 93% |
| Female | 91% |
| Male | 96% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 89% |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 91% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 93% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 93% |
| Non-migrant | 93% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 96% |
| Female | 96% |
| Male | 95% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 97% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 97% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 94% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 96% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 96% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 96% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 98% |
| Female | 96% |
| Male | 100% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 97% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 97% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 98% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 98% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 98% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 92% |
| Female | 85% |
| Male | 100% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 93% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 87% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 90% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 94% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 92% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 92% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 92% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 98% |
| Female | 96% |
| Male | 100% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 93% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 94% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 98% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 98% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 98% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 88% |
| Female | 82% |
| Male | 92% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 85% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 90% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 88% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 88% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 88% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 100% |
| Female | 100% |
| Male | 100% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 100% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 100% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 100% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 93% |
| Female | 100% |
| Male | 86% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 80% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 80% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 93% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 93% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 93% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 71% |
| Female | 57% |
| Male | 86% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 50% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 78% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 60% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 71% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 71% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 71% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 93% |
| Female | 86% |
| Male | 100% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 83% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 89% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 93% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 93% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 93% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 100% |
| Female | 100% |
| Male | 100% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 100% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 100% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 100% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 92% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | 88% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 83% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 80% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 92% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 92% |
| Non-migrant | 92% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 100% |
| Female | 100% |
| Male | 100% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 100% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 100% |
| Non-migrant | 100% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 100% |
| Female | 100% |
| Male | 100% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 100% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 100% |
| Non-migrant | 100% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 100% |
| Female | 100% |
| Male | 100% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | 100% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 100% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 100% |
| Non-migrant | 100% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
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.
Source: Texas Education Agency
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| Hispanic | 49% | 48% | ||
| White | 40% | 34% | ||
| Black | 8% | 14% | ||
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 2% | 0% | ||
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 2% | 4% |
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| Special education | 3% | N/A | 10% |
| Gifted/talented students | 0% | N/A | 8% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | 2% | N/A | 17% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 75% | N/A | 55% |
| Students typically attend these schools prior to attending this school |
Mountainview Elementray A J Moore High School University High School |
| Percentage of students going to 4-year college | 100% (2013) |
| Colleges most students attend after graduation |
Baylor University University of Teas at Austin Texas A& M |
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| Students per FTE teacher | 17 | N/A | 15 |
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| Beginning teachers | 48% | N/A | 8% |
| 1 to 5 years | 46% | N/A | 30% |
| 6 to 10 years | 5% | N/A | 20% |
| 11 to 20 years | 0% | N/A | 23% |
| 21 or more years | 0% | N/A | 19% |
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3 out of 10students were accepted for the 2012-2013 school year.
| Students accepted for the 2012-2013 school year | 146 |
| Applications received for the 2012-2013 school year | 550 |
| Students typically come from these schools | Mountainview Elementray A J Moore High School University High School |
| Students typically attend these schools after graduating | Baylor University University of Teas at Austin Texas A& M |
| College preparation / awareness offered | College prep programs/courses during the year College presentations or information sessions Community college courses SAT/ACT prep classes Summer college prep programs School-sponsored trips to college campuses Visiting teachers or lecturers from colleges |
| Students' post-graduation plans in 2013 | 4 year college - 100% |
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