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Harmony School of Discovery - Houston

High School · HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH

6270 BARKER CYPRESS RD, Houston, TX 77084

Charter

Enrollment

853

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Houston

#338 of 723

public schools

Texas high schools

#1,300 of 1,699

In district

#2 of 10

HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Harmony School of Discovery - Houston

Harmony School of Discovery - Houston is a public charter school serving grades 6 through 12 with an enrollment of 853 students. Located on Barker Cypress Road in Houston, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 with 57 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. Academically, the school is working to strengthen student performance in core subjects.

Currently, 52% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 56% meet proficiency standards in Math. The school's overall academic score is 7.3/10, with a MySchoolScout Rating of 6.3/10. In Texas state rankings, Harmony School of Discovery ranks in the 64th percentile among all schools statewide, placing it at #3057 out of 8598 schools.

As a charter school, Harmony operates with additional flexibility in its educational approach compared to traditional public schools. The campus serves a diverse student body across a wide middle and high school grade span, which can require schools to balance resources and programming across multiple developmental levels. Parents considering this school should view it as an institution with room for academic growth, where the focus is on student development and achievement.

What Parents Should Know

Harmony School of Discovery - Houston is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.9Fair25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-8.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43%
Reading/ELA Proficiency48%
Overall Proficiency46%
Expected (poverty-adj.)33%
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation18.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,557

Harmony School of Discovery - Houston — Students at Harmony School of Discovery - Houston score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 56.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
69%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
48%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Harmony School of Discovery - Houston Compares

See how Harmony School of Discovery - Houston performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in TX
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
3.9/10
Below average
Environment
6.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers

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 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CYPRESS LAKES H S (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Katy), with a very similar rating. 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 6.4
WILSON EL Houston 1.1 mi 7.2
TIPPS EL Houston 1.1 mi 5.0
LANGHAM CREEK H S Houston 1.3 mi 8.2
KAHLA MIDDLE Houston 1.3 mi 6.8
CYPRESS LAKES H S Katy 1.4 mi 6.0
HOLMSLEY EL Houston 1.6 mi 7.1
HOOVER EL Katy 1.4 mi 7.7
JOWELL EL Katy 1.4 mi 5.7
LIEDER EL Houston 1.6 mi 6.0
MCFEE EL Katy 1.6 mi 5.0
WATKINS MIDDLE Houston 1.8 mi 6.9
COPELAND EL Houston 2.0 mi 6.1
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - CYPRESS Cypress 1.9 mi 5.0
EMERY EL Katy 1.9 mi 4.8
SHERIDAN EL Katy 2.2 mi 6.7
MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AT COPPERFIELD Houston 2.4 mi
THORNTON MIDDLE Katy 2.3 mi 6.8
DURYEA EL Katy 2.4 mi 5.3

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Harmony School of Discovery - Houston has a median household income of $76,327. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $232,600, with a median rent of $1,522/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
COMPASS ROSE LEGACY San Antonio, TX 5.7
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INGENUITY-HOUSTON Houston, TX 5.7
HENDERSON H S Henderson, TX 5.7
IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY PHARR Pharr, TX 5.7
MABANK H S Mabank, TX 5.7
PEARSALL H S Pearsall, TX 5.7

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 is ranked #5359 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Harmony School of Discovery - Houston's MySchoolScout rating?

Harmony School of Discovery - Houston has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Harmony School of Discovery - Houston?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Harmony School of Discovery - Houston has 56.0% math proficiency and 52.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (5,451/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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