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Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas

High School · HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NORTH TEXAS

8120 W CAMP WISDOM RD, Dallas, TX 75249

Charter

Enrollment

606

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,350 of 8,552

In Dallas

#285 of 374

public schools

In district

#14 of 16

HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NORTH TEXAS

Equity

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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5.0/10

High School in Dallas · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas

Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas is a public high school in Dallas, TX, part of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NORTH TEXAS. Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,350 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-4.55 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84.5%
AP Participation12.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,259
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas — Students at Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 52.2% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
33.9%
ELA
42.8%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
56%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in TX
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
12.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·2 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8120 W CAMP WISDOM RD, Dallas, TX 75249

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COLIN POWELL EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Grand Prairie), which scores notably higher. Another option is UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY - DUNCANVILLE (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Duncanville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - GRAND PRAIRIE (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Grand Prairie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CJ & ANNE HYMAN EL Dallas 0.7 mi 3.6
CHARLES ACTON LEADERSHP ACADEMY Dallas 1.4 mi 3.4
G W KENNEMER MIDDLE Dallas 1.4 mi 5.7
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - GRAND PRAIRIE Grand Prairie 1.6 mi 7.2
RONALD W REAGAN MIDDLE Grand Prairie 1.6 mi 5.7
DUNCANVILLE H S Duncanville 2.2 mi 4.6
WILLIAM H BYRD MIDDLE Duncanville 2.3 mi 3.3
JAMES R BILHARTZ JR EL Dallas 2.2 mi 3.5
CLINT Q SMITH EL Duncanville 2.4 mi 3.3
COLIN POWELL EL Grand Prairie 2.4 mi 8.4
ERVIN C WHITT EL Grand Prairie 2.6 mi 5.8
UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY - DUNCANVILLE Duncanville 2.4 mi 7.4
H BOB DANIEL SR INT Duncanville 2.5 mi 3.2
IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - MOUNTAIN CREEK Lewisville 2.7 mi 5.6
GARNER FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grand Prairie 2.6 mi 7.1
ANDREW JACKSON MIDDLE Grand Prairie 2.8 mi 3.3
LIFE SCHOOL CEDAR HILL Red Oak 3.1 mi 2.9
HIGH POINTE EL Cedar Hill 3.2 mi 4.4
WILLIAM LEE HASTINGS EL Duncanville 2.7 mi 3.8
UME DALLAS SECONDARY Dallas 3.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,024

Median Home Value

$258,800

Median Rent

$1,972/mo

Population

17,043

College Educated

30.7%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

32.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas

What grades does Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas serve?

Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas?

Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas?

The student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas is 15.5:1. 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 Excellence - Dallas rank in TX?

Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas ranks #6,350 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas's MySchoolScout rating?

Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Excellence - Dallas?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas a charter school?

Yes, Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas 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 Excellence - Dallas a Title I school?

No, Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas?

69.6% of students at Harmony School of Excellence - Dallas 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

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%
4-Year Graduation
84.5%

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