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Harmony School of Innovation - Garland

High School · HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NORTH TEXAS

2302 FIREWHEEL PKWY, Garland, TX 75040

Charter

Enrollment

609

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,535 of 8,552

In Garland

#17 of 67

public schools

In district

#8 of 16

HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NORTH TEXAS

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Harmony School of Innovation - Garland

6.8/10

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About Harmony School of Innovation - Garland

Harmony School of Innovation - Garland is a public high school in Garland, TX, part of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NORTH TEXAS. Harmony School of Innovation - Garland serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony School of Innovation - Garland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,535 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Harmony School of Innovation - Garland show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Harmony School of Innovation - Garland 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 Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-3.08 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+14.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.7 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation18.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,259
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Harmony School of Innovation - Garland — Students at Harmony School of Innovation - Garland score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 67.5% (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
88%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
59.4%
2024
Math
58%
ELA
75%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Harmony School of Innovation - Garland Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in TX
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
18.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·5 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

2302 FIREWHEEL PKWY, Garland, TX 75040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harmony School of Innovation - Garland may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SACHSE H S (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Sachse), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NAAMAN FOREST H S (rated 5.2/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, GARLAND AEC (rated 5.0/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - GARLAND Garland 0.1 mi 5.8
NORTHLAKE EL Garland 0.8 mi 4.3
VERNAL LISTER EL Garland 1.1 mi 4.5
WEAVER EL Garland 1.3 mi 5.3
NORMA DORSEY EL Rowlett 1.5 mi 6.3
BACK EL Rowlett 1.5 mi 7.0
SELLERS MIDDLE Garland 1.7 mi 5.6
ROBERT B SEWELL EL Sachse 1.9 mi 6.8
SHOREHAVEN EL Garland 1.8 mi 5.7
GARLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland 1.7 mi 5.9
B G HUDSON MIDDLE Sachse 2.0 mi 7.0
SACHSE H S Sachse 2.1 mi 7.7
JOHN W ARMSTRONG EL Sachse 2.3 mi 8.4
FIREWHEEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland 2.3 mi 7.5
MOUNT HEBRON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland 2.4 mi
AUSTIN ACAD FOR EXCELL Garland 2.7 mi 8.6
GARLAND AEC Garland 2.9 mi 5.0
KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL Garland 2.9 mi 9.2
GARLAND CHRISTIAN ADVENTIST SCHOOL Garland 3.1 mi
NAAMAN FOREST H S Garland 2.8 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,537

Median Home Value

$245,400

Median Rent

$1,670/mo

Population

64,205

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

68.4%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

36.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harmony School of Innovation - Garland

What grades does Harmony School of Innovation - Garland serve?

Harmony School of Innovation - Garland serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Harmony School of Innovation - Garland?

Harmony School of Innovation - Garland has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Innovation - Garland is 15.6:1. 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 Innovation - Garland rank in TX?

Harmony School of Innovation - Garland ranks #3,535 of 8,552 schools in TX.

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

Harmony School of Innovation - Garland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 - Garland?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony School of Innovation - Garland has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Harmony School of Innovation - Garland a charter school?

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

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

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

61.1% of students at Harmony School of Innovation - Garland 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
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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