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#5516 of 8,552 schools in TX
Harker Heights H S
High School · KILLEEN ISD
1001 E FM 2410, Harker Heights, TX 76548
Enrollment
2,268
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,268
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,516 of 8,552
In Harker Heights
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#25 of 50
KILLEEN ISD
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Harker Heights H S
Harker Heights H S is a public high school in Harker Heights, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Harker Heights H S serves approximately 2,268 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Harker Heights H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,516 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Harker Heights H S show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Harker Heights H S
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Harker Heights H S is a large school: 2,268 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Score Breakdown
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Harker Heights H S — Students at Harker Heights H S score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.5/10.
How Harker Heights H S Compares
See how Harker Heights H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1001 E FM 2410, Harker Heights, TX 76548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harker Heights H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BELL COUNTY INSPIRE ACADEMY (rated 5.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Killeen), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GATEWAY H S (rated 5.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Killeen), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harker Heights, see our Harker Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SKIPCHA EL Harker Heights | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW EL Harker Heights | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| UNION GROVE MIDDLE Harker Heights | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| NOLAN MIDDLE Harker Heights | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| EASTERN HILLS MIDDLE Harker Heights | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| MAUDE MOORE WOOD EL Killeen | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| HARKER HEIGHTS EL Harker Heights | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| NOLANVILLE EL Nolanville | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| TIMBER RIDGE EL Killeen | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| LIBERTY HILL MIDDLE Killeen | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| CEDAR VALLEY EL Killeen | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| HAY BRANCH EL Killeen | 4.1 mi | 3.9 |
| RICHARD E CAVAZOS EL Nolanville | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| IRA CROSS JR EL Killeen | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE Killeen | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| GATEWAY H S Killeen | 3.9 mi | 5.1 |
| BELL COUNTY INSPIRE ACADEMY Killeen | 4.2 mi | 5.2 |
| BELL CO J J A E P Killeen | 4.2 mi | — |
| KILLEEN JJAEP Harker Heights | 4.2 mi | — |
| BELL CO J J A E P Temple | 4.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,847
Median Home Value
$268,000
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
Population
33,071
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
34.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| COPPERAS COVE H S Copperas Cove, TX | 5.6 |
| EDINBURG NORTH H S Edinburg, TX | 5.6 |
| GOOSE CREEK MEMORIAL Baytown, TX | 5.6 |
| HORIZON H S El Paso, TX | 5.6 |
| LAMAR CONS H S Rosenberg, TX | 5.6 |
| MISSION H S Mission, TX | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harker Heights H S
What grades does Harker Heights H S serve?
Harker Heights H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Harker Heights H S?
Harker Heights H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,268 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harker Heights H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Harker Heights H S is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harker Heights H S rank in TX?
Harker Heights H S ranks #5,516 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Harker Heights H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Harker Heights H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Harker Heights H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harker Heights H S has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harker Heights H S a charter school?
No, Harker Heights H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harker Heights H S a Title I school?
No, Harker Heights H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harker Heights H S?
38.4% of students at Harker Heights H S 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,268
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 130
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (254) 336-0800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
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District
KILLEEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 43,864
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #25 of 50
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