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#5440 of 8,552 schools in TX
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Harmony School of Excellence - Katy
Elementary School · HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH
9321 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S, Houston, TX 77099
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,440 of 8,552
In Houston
#390 of 723
public schools
In district
#8 of 10
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Harmony School of Excellence - Katy
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harmony School of Excellence - Katy
Harmony School of Excellence - Katy is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH. Harmony School of Excellence - Katy serves approximately 757 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony School of Excellence - Katy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,440 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Harmony School of Excellence - Katy show 45% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Harmony School of Excellence - Katy runs 21.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Harmony School of Excellence - Katy 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.
Harmony School of Excellence - Katy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Harmony School of Excellence - Katy — Students at Harmony School of Excellence - Katy score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Harmony School of Excellence - Katy Compares
See how Harmony School of Excellence - Katy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9321 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S, Houston, TX 77099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harmony School of Excellence - Katy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCELWAIN EL (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Katy), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEONARD EL (rated 8.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Katy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BETHKE EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Katy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCELWAIN EL Katy | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| PAETOW H S Katy | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| STOCKDICK J H Katy | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| BETHKE EL Katy | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| CYPRESS PARK H S Cypress | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ROWE MIDDLE Houston | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| HEMMENWAY EL Katy | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| WALKER EL Katy | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| WESTSIDE BAPTIST ACADEMY Katy | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| T H MCDONALD J H Katy | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ROBINSON EL Katy | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| DURYEA EL Katy | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| LORAINE T GOLBOW EL Katy | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| CALVIN NELMS H S Katy | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| CALVIN NELMS MIDDLE Katy | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| LEONARD EL Katy | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
| HOPPER MIDDLE Cypress | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Katy | 3.6 mi | 4.1 |
| CYPRESS SPRINGS H S Cypress | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| THORNTON MIDDLE Katy | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77099 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,735
Median Home Value
$176,800
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
49,271
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELL'S HILL EL Waco, TX | 5.6 |
| BENITO MARTINEZ EL El Paso, TX | 5.6 |
| CARSON EL Decatur, TX | 5.6 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ LEARNING CENTER Dallas, TX | 5.6 |
| COPPERFIELD EL Austin, TX | 5.6 |
| DAFFRON EL Plano, TX | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harmony School of Excellence - Katy
What grades does Harmony School of Excellence - Katy serve?
Harmony School of Excellence - Katy serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Harmony School of Excellence - Katy?
Harmony School of Excellence - Katy has an enrollment of approximately 757 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Excellence - Katy?
The student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Excellence - Katy is 21.6:1. 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 - Katy rank in TX?
Harmony School of Excellence - Katy ranks #5,440 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Harmony School of Excellence - Katy's MySchoolScout rating?
Harmony School of Excellence - Katy 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 Harmony School of Excellence - Katy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony School of Excellence - Katy has 45% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Harmony School of Excellence - Katy a charter school?
Yes, Harmony School of Excellence - Katy 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 - Katy a Title I school?
No, Harmony School of Excellence - Katy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony School of Excellence - Katy?
58.1% of students at Harmony School of Excellence - Katy 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
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 757
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (832) 437-1043
Resources & Links
District
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON NORTH- District Enrollment
- 7,107
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,690
- District Rank
- #8 of 10
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