Excellent
#1113 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 13% in state
Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park
Elementary School · HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - CENTRAL TEXAS
12200 ANDERSON MILL RD, Austin, TX 78726
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,113 of 8,552
In Austin
#52 of 241
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - CENTRAL TEXAS
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park
Elementary School in Austin · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park
Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - CENTRAL TEXAS. Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park serves approximately 698 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,113 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 5.8
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park 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 Science Academy - Cedar Park — Students at Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park Compares
See how Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park 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
12200 ANDERSON MILL RD, Austin, TX 78726
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CANYON CREEK EL (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPICEWOOD EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DEER CREEK EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cedar Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE TRAVIS STEM ACADEMY Cedar Park | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| LAKE TRAVIS STEM ACADEMY Cedar Park | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| CYPRESS EL Cedar Park | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| PURPLE SAGE EL Austin | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| JORDAN INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 0.9 mi | — |
| HILL COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Cedar Park | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| CEDAR PARK MIDDLE Cedar Park | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| CEDAR PARK H S Cedar Park | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PAULINE NAUMANN EL Cedar Park | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL CEDAR PARK Cedar Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CEDAR PARK Cedar Park | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CANYON CREEK EL Austin | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| NOEL GRISHAM MIDDLE Austin | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| ANDERSON MILL EL Austin | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ADA MAE FAUBION EL Cedar Park | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| HOPE CHILDREN'S CENTER Austin | 1.9 mi | — |
| DEER CREEK EL Cedar Park | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| SPICEWOOD EL Austin | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| WESTWOOD H S Austin | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| OFFICER LEONARD A REED EL Leander | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,275
Median Home Value
$648,500
Median Rent
$1,690/mo
Population
14,117
College Educated
62.8%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
36.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDERSON EL Plano, TX | 8.2 |
| ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston, TX | 8.2 |
| ATLANTA EL Atlanta, TX | 8.2 |
| BARBARA COCKRELL EL Pearland, TX | 8.2 |
| BEAR BRANCH EL Magnolia, TX | 8.2 |
| BEAVER TECHNOLOGY CENTER Garland, TX | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park
What grades does Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park serve?
Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park?
Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park has an enrollment of approximately 698 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park?
The student-teacher ratio at Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park rank in TX?
Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park ranks #1,113 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park's MySchoolScout rating?
Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Science Academy - Cedar Park?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park a charter school?
Yes, Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park a Title I school?
No, Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park?
23.2% of students at Harmony Science Academy - Cedar Park 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 698
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (512) 494-5151
Resources & Links
District
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - CENTRAL TEXAS- District Enrollment
- 4,509
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,385
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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