Very Good
#1773 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 21% in state
Harmony School of Discovery - Houston
High School · HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH
6270 BARKER CYPRESS RD, Houston, TX 77084
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,773 of 8,552
In Houston
#97 of 723
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Harmony School of Discovery - Houston
Harmony School of Discovery - Houston is a public high school in Houston, TX, part of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH. Harmony School of Discovery - Houston serves approximately 853 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony School of Discovery - Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,773 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Harmony School of Discovery - Houston show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Harmony School of Discovery - Houston 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
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Harmony School of Discovery - Houston — Students at Harmony School of Discovery - Houston score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
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: 7.6/10.
How Harmony School of Discovery - Houston Compares
See how Harmony School of Discovery - Houston 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
6270 BARKER CYPRESS RD, Houston, TX 77084
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harmony School of Discovery - Houston may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LANGHAM CREEK H S (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CYPRESS LAKES H S (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Katy), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKHOLLOW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 0.8 mi | — |
| METCALF EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| WILSON EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| TIPPS EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| LANGHAM CREEK H S Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| KAHLA MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| CYPRESS LAKES H S Katy | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| HOLMSLEY EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| HOOVER EL Katy | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| JOWELL EL Katy | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| LIEDER EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| MCFEE EL Katy | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| WATKINS MIDDLE Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| COPELAND EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - CYPRESS Cypress | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| EMERY EL Katy | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| SHERIDAN EL Katy | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AT COPPERFIELD Houston | 2.4 mi | — |
| THORNTON MIDDLE Katy | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| DURYEA EL Katy | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,327
Median Home Value
$232,600
Median Rent
$1,522/mo
Population
109,115
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
33.2
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| HARDIN-JEFFERSON H S Sour Lake, TX | 7.8 |
| IDEA BROWNSVILLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville, TX | 7.8 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN BENITO San Benito, TX | 7.8 |
| KERR H S Houston, TX | 7.8 |
| SUNNYVALE H S Sunnyvale, TX | 7.8 |
| BARACK OBAMA MALE LEADERSHIP ACAD AT A MACEO SMITH Dallas, TX | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harmony School of Discovery - Houston
What grades does Harmony School of Discovery - Houston serve?
Harmony School of Discovery - Houston serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Harmony School of Discovery - Houston?
Harmony School of Discovery - Houston has an enrollment of approximately 853 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Discovery - Houston?
The student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Discovery - Houston is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harmony School of Discovery - Houston rank in TX?
Harmony School of Discovery - Houston ranks #1,773 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Harmony School of Discovery - Houston's MySchoolScout rating?
Harmony School of Discovery - Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Harmony School of Discovery - Houston?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony School of Discovery - Houston has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Harmony School of Discovery - Houston a charter school?
Yes, Harmony School of Discovery - Houston is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Harmony School of Discovery - Houston a Title I school?
No, Harmony School of Discovery - Houston is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony School of Discovery - Houston?
74.4% of students at Harmony School of Discovery - Houston qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 853
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (281) 861-5105
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH- District Enrollment
- 7,107
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,690
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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