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#3705 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 43% in state

Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy

Elementary School · ARROW ACADEMY

17770 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR, Houston, TX 77060

Charter
Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

171

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,705 of 8,552

In Houston

#212 of 723

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

ARROW ACADEMY

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy

6.7/10

Elementary School in Houston · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy

Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ARROW ACADEMY. Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,705 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 171 students, Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.3 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,241
Chronic Absenteeism42.7%

Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy — Students at Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 31.0% (multi-year average, 2011-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 41.8% (multi-year average, 2011-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 26 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2015
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
30.1%
ELA
51.3%
2024
Math
22%
ELA
27%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy Compares

See how Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in TX
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

17770 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR, Houston, TX 77060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THOMPSON EL (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MARCELLA EL (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GREENSPOINT EL (rated 6.4/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
GREENSPOINT EL Houston 0.3 mi 6.4
GRIGGS EC/PK/K Houston 0.4 mi 5.4
MILTON COOPER EL Houston 1.0 mi 5.2
MARCELLA EL Houston 1.4 mi 6.7
BLACK EL Houston 1.8 mi 3.3
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY HOUSTON (SUBURBAN) Houston 2.1 mi 3.4
THOMPSON EL Houston 2.3 mi 7.1
BUSSEY EL Houston 2.3 mi 5.1
DAVIS H S ALDINE Houston 2.1 mi 3.9
STOVALL MIDDLE Houston 2.5 mi 3.7
CALVERT EL Houston 2.2 mi 6.2
ALDINE H S Houston 2.7 mi 3.2
LA PROMESA Houston 2.7 mi 6.0
PLUMMER MIDDLE Houston 2.4 mi 2.7
DE SANTIAGO EC/PK/K Houston 2.5 mi 5.1
ECKERT EL Houston 2.6 mi 6.0
SPENCE EL Houston 2.5 mi 2.0
HOYLAND EL Houston 2.7 mi 6.0
CRANBROOK LEARNING CONNECTION Houston 2.7 mi
ODOM EL Houston 3.0 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,843

Median Home Value

$144,900

Median Rent

$1,024/mo

Population

44,920

College Educated

7%

Homeownership

23%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

35.3%

Median Age

28.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy

What grades does Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy serve?

Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy?

Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy rank in TX?

Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy ranks #3,705 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).

Is Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy a charter school?

Yes, Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy a Title I school?

No, Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy?

82.5% of students at Arrow Academy - Harvest Preparatory Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.7%

District

ARROW ACADEMY
District Enrollment
594
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,241
District Rank
#3 of 4

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