Average
#458 of 883 private schools in TX
Harbor Christian Academy
Elementary School
623 KRESS ST, Houston, TX 77020
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#458 of 883
In Houston
#60 of 104
public schools
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Harbor Christian Academy
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harbor Christian Academy
Harbor Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. Harbor Christian Academy serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #458 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Harbor Christian 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.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Harbor Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Harbor Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Harbor Christian Academy compares to 490 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harbor Christian Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| ELIOT EL | 8.6 |
| EL DAEP | — |
| SCROGGINS EL | 5.5 |
| PUGH EL | 7.8 |
| MARTINEZ R EL | 8.0 |
| ATHERTON EL | 6.6 |
| HENDERSON N EL | 3.1 |
| DOGAN EL | 5.9 |
| ISAACS EL | 4.8 |
| PORT HOUSTON EL | 4.2 |
| KASHMERE GARDENS EL | 4.6 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL | 2.3 |
| BRUCE EL | 4.9 |
| BURNET EL | 5.4 |
| LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR | 4.7 |
| PLEASANTVILLE EL | 5.3 |
| TIJERINA EL | 8.2 |
| ROSS EL | 5.5 |
| FRANKLIN EL | 6.5 |
| SHERMAN EL | 4.5 |
Showing 20 of 490 schools. View all schools in Houston
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
623 KRESS ST, Houston, TX 77020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harbor Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELIOT EL (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTINEZ R EL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PUGH EL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELIOT EL Houston | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| EL DAEP Houston | 0.3 mi | — |
| MCREYNOLDS MIDDLE Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| SCROGGINS EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| PUGH EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MARTINEZ R EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| WHEATLEY H S Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ATHERTON EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| HENDERSON N EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| FLEMING MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ISAACS EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| DOGAN EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| YES PREP - 5TH WARD Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| PORT HOUSTON EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| KASHMERE GARDENS EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| BURNET EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 2.2 mi | 2.3 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE MIDDLE CAMPUS Houston | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,481
Median Home Value
$133,600
Median Rent
$942/mo
Population
25,583
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
36.4
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| BURLESON ADVENTIST SCHOOL Burleson, TX | 6.4 |
| EL PASO COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL El Paso, TX | 6.4 |
| FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Baytown, TX | 6.4 |
| MONTESSORI-LONGWOOD Cypress, TX | 6.4 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Harlingen, TX | 6.4 |
| CITY SCHOOL OF TEXAS Austin, TX | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harbor Christian Academy
What grades does Harbor Christian Academy serve?
Harbor Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Harbor Christian Academy?
Harbor Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Harbor Christian Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Harbor Christian Academy rank in TX?
Harbor Christian Academy ranks #458 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Harbor Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Harbor Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Harbor Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Harbor Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Harbor Christian Academy a religious school?
Harbor Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 637-4406
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