Excellent
#486 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 6% in state
Harmony School of Innovation - Houston
Middle School · HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON SOUTH
9421 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S, Houston, TX 77099
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#486 of 8,552
In Houston
#23 of 723
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON SOUTH
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Harmony School of Innovation - Houston
Middle School in Houston · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harmony School of Innovation - Houston
Harmony School of Innovation - Houston is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON SOUTH. Harmony School of Innovation - Houston serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony School of Innovation - Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #486 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Harmony School of Innovation - Houston show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Harmony School of Innovation - 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 Innovation - Houston — Students at Harmony School of Innovation - Houston score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Harmony School of Innovation - Houston Compares
See how Harmony School of Innovation - 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
9421 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S, Houston, TX 77099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harmony School of Innovation - Houston may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP ACADEMY MIDDLE (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is OLLE MIDDLE (rated 5.1/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, OWENS INT (rated 4.2/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-HOUSTON Houston | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXPLORATION- 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 | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| MARIA DEL CARMEN MARTINEZ EARLY LEARNING CENTER Houston | 0.7 mi | — |
| HORN EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| BEST EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| KIPP ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| KIPP SHINE PREP Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP HOUSTON H S Houston | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CHAMBERS EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| OLLE MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| BUSH EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| WHITE E EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| BOONE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| OWENS INT Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| KLENTZMAN INT Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| STEP CHARTER EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harmony School of Innovation - Houston
What grades does Harmony School of Innovation - Houston serve?
Harmony School of Innovation - Houston serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Harmony School of Innovation - Houston?
Harmony School of Innovation - Houston has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Innovation - Houston?
The student-teacher ratio at Harmony School of Innovation - Houston is 14.5:1. 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 - Houston rank in TX?
Harmony School of Innovation - Houston ranks #486 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Harmony School of Innovation - Houston's MySchoolScout rating?
Harmony School of Innovation - Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 - Houston?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony School of Innovation - Houston has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Harmony School of Innovation - Houston a charter school?
Yes, Harmony School of Innovation - 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 Innovation - Houston a Title I school?
No, Harmony School of Innovation - Houston is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony School of Innovation - Houston?
90.3% of students at Harmony School of Innovation - 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.7%
- Phone
- (713) 541-3030
Resources & Links
District
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - HOUSTON SOUTH- District Enrollment
- 3,646
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,143
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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