Excellent
#598 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 7% in state
Harmony School of Exploration- Houston
Elementary School · HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON SOUTH
9305 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S, Houston, TX 77099
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#598 of 8,552
In Houston
#29 of 723
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON SOUTH
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Harmony School of Exploration- Houston
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About Harmony School of Exploration- Houston
Harmony School of Exploration- Houston is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON SOUTH. Harmony School of Exploration- Houston serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony School of Exploration- Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #598 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Harmony School of Exploration- Houston show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Harmony School of Exploration- 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 Exploration- Houston — Students at Harmony School of Exploration- Houston score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 8.3/10.
How Harmony School of Exploration- Houston Compares
See how Harmony School of Exploration- 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
9305 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S, Houston, TX 77099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harmony School of Exploration- Houston may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP SHINE PREP (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is CHAMBERS EL (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BUSH EL (rated 4.7/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - HOUSTON Houston | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-HOUSTON Houston | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LANDIS EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL (NTI CAREER INSTITUTE) Houston | 0.4 mi | — |
| PHOENIX SCHOOL AT SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS Houston | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| MARIA DEL CARMEN MARTINEZ EARLY LEARNING CENTER Houston | 0.7 mi | — |
| BEST EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| HORN EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| KIPP ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| KIPP SHINE PREP Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP HOUSTON H S Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| CHAMBERS EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| BUSH EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| WHITE E EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| OLLE MIDDLE Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| OWENS INT Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| BOONE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| ST AGNES ACADEMY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| KLENTZMAN INT Houston | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| STRAKE JESUIT COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ASCHER SILBERSTEIN EL Dallas, TX | 8.6 |
| ASHFORD EL Houston, TX | 8.6 |
| BEL NAFEGAR SANCHEZ EL Alvin, TX | 8.6 |
| BEVERLY CHEATHAM EL Allen, TX | 8.6 |
| BIRDWELL SCHOOL Tyler, TX | 8.6 |
| BLATTMAN EL San Antonio, TX | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harmony School of Exploration- Houston
What grades does Harmony School of Exploration- Houston serve?
Harmony School of Exploration- Houston serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Harmony School of Exploration- Houston?
Harmony School of Exploration- Houston has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Exploration- Houston?
The student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Exploration- Houston is 13.9:1. 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 Exploration- Houston rank in TX?
Harmony School of Exploration- Houston ranks #598 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Harmony School of Exploration- Houston's MySchoolScout rating?
Harmony School of Exploration- Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Exploration- Houston?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony School of Exploration- Houston has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Harmony School of Exploration- Houston a charter school?
Yes, Harmony School of Exploration- 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 Exploration- Houston a Title I school?
No, Harmony School of Exploration- Houston is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony School of Exploration- Houston?
89.6% of students at Harmony School of Exploration- 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 693
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.0%
- Phone
- (832) 831-7406
Resources & Links
District
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON SOUTH- District Enrollment
- 3,646
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,143
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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