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#3343 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 39% in state

Harmony School of Innovation - Austin

Elementary School · HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - CENTRAL TEXAS

2124 E ST ELMO RD A, Austin, TX 78744

Charter

Enrollment

342

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,343 of 8,552

In Austin

#92 of 241

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - CENTRAL TEXAS

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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6.9/10

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About Harmony School of Innovation - Austin

Harmony School of Innovation - Austin is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - CENTRAL TEXAS. Harmony School of Innovation - Austin serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony School of Innovation - Austin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,343 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Harmony School of Innovation - Austin show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Harmony School of Innovation - Austin 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-3.14 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,385
Chronic Absenteeism24.3%

Harmony School of Innovation - Austin — Students at Harmony School of Innovation - Austin score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 43.3% (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
62%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
36.1%
ELA
46.6%
2024
Math
43%
ELA
51%

* 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 Innovation - Austin Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in TX
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

Programs & Offerings

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

2124 E ST ELMO RD A, Austin, TX 78744

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harmony School of Innovation - Austin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPHAUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CITY SCHOOL OF TEXAS (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RODRIGUEZ EL (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - AUSTIN Austin 0.1 mi 4.5
THE EXCEL CENTER FOR ADULTS - SOUTH AUSTIN Austin 0.4 mi 3.0
RODRIGUEZ EL Austin 0.7 mi 6.0
CITY SCHOOL OF TEXAS Austin 0.7 mi 6.5
UPHAUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Austin 0.8 mi 7.2
KIPP AUSTIN BEACON PREP Austin 0.9 mi 2.6
KIPP AUSTIN OBRAS Austin 0.9 mi 2.1
KIPP AUSTIN BRAVE Austin 0.9 mi 4.9
HOUSTON EL Austin 1.0 mi 3.9
LINDER EL Austin 1.1 mi 4.8
MENDEZ MIDDLE Austin 1.5 mi 4.5
WIDEN EL Austin 1.5 mi 4.5
TRAVIS EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin 1.6 mi 3.8
GRADUATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Austin 1.6 mi 4.3
LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Austin 1.9 mi
TRAVIS COUNTY J J A E P Austin 1.9 mi
TRAVIS COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Austin 1.9 mi 4.7
TRAVIS CO J J A E P Del Valle 1.9 mi
TRAVIS CO J J A E P Pflugerville 1.9 mi
WAYSIDE REAL LEARNING ACADEMY Austin 1.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,474

Median Home Value

$307,000

Median Rent

$1,516/mo

Population

51,069

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

49.4%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harmony School of Innovation - Austin

What grades does Harmony School of Innovation - Austin serve?

Harmony School of Innovation - Austin serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Harmony School of Innovation - Austin?

Harmony School of Innovation - Austin has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Innovation - Austin?

The student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Innovation - Austin 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 Innovation - Austin rank in TX?

Harmony School of Innovation - Austin ranks #3,343 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Harmony School of Innovation - Austin's MySchoolScout rating?

Harmony School of Innovation - Austin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Innovation - Austin?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony School of Innovation - Austin has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Harmony School of Innovation - Austin a charter school?

Yes, Harmony School of Innovation - Austin 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 Innovation - Austin a Title I school?

No, Harmony School of Innovation - Austin is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony School of Innovation - Austin?

83.3% of students at Harmony School of Innovation - Austin 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
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Travis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

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