Excellent
#899 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 11% in state
Harlingen Collegiate H S
High School · HARLINGEN CISD
2901 MEDICAL DR, Harlingen, TX 78550
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#899 of 8,552
In Harlingen
#4 of 32
public schools
In district
#3 of 29
HARLINGEN CISD
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Harlingen Collegiate H S
Harlingen Collegiate H S is a public high school in Harlingen, TX, part of HARLINGEN CISD. Harlingen Collegiate H S serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Harlingen Collegiate H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #899 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Harlingen Collegiate H S show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Harlingen Collegiate H S — Students at Harlingen Collegiate H S score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Harlingen Collegiate H S Compares
See how Harlingen Collegiate 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
2901 MEDICAL DR, Harlingen, TX 78550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harlingen Collegiate H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN BENITO (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby San Benito), with a comparable rating. Another option is TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-SAN BENITO (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Benito), a more accessible option. Additionally, SECONDARY ALTER CTR (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Harlingen, see our Harlingen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORIZON MONTESSORI III - STEM ACADEMY Harlingen | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| TREASURE HILLS EL Harlingen | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P San Benito | 0.6 mi | — |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Harlingen | 0.6 mi | — |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Los Fresnos | 0.6 mi | 2.0 |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Port Isabel | 0.6 mi | — |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Rio Hondo | 0.6 mi | — |
| HESTER JUVENILE DETENT San Benito | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| AMADOR R RODRIGUEZ JUVENILE BOOT CAMP San Benito | 0.6 mi | — |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P San Benito | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| IDEA ACADEMY SAN BENITO San Benito | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN BENITO San Benito | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD RISING SCHOLARS ACADEMY San Benito | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| SECONDARY ALTER CTR Harlingen | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-SAN BENITO San Benito | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| BERTA CABAZA MIDDLE San Benito | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| BONHAM EL Harlingen | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| COAKLEY MIDDLE Harlingen | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| VERNON MIDDLE Harlingen | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SAN BENITO VETERANS MEMORIAL ACADEMY San Benito | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,524
Median Home Value
$120,500
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
54,169
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
33.6
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| COLEMAN H S Coleman, TX | 8.4 |
| EAST EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston, TX | 8.4 |
| FRANKLIN H S Franklin, TX | 8.4 |
| JACKSBORO H S Jacksboro, TX | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harlingen Collegiate H S
What grades does Harlingen Collegiate H S serve?
Harlingen Collegiate H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Harlingen Collegiate H S?
Harlingen Collegiate H S has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harlingen Collegiate H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Harlingen Collegiate H S is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harlingen Collegiate H S rank in TX?
Harlingen Collegiate H S ranks #899 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Harlingen Collegiate H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Harlingen Collegiate H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Harlingen Collegiate H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harlingen Collegiate H S has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harlingen Collegiate H S a charter school?
No, Harlingen Collegiate H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harlingen Collegiate H S a Title I school?
No, Harlingen Collegiate H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harlingen Collegiate H S?
55.0% of students at Harlingen Collegiate 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
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.9%
- Phone
- (956) 430-9690
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
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District
HARLINGEN CISD- District Enrollment
- 16,780
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,586
- District Rank
- #3 of 29
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