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Harmony Science Academy - Garland

Elementary School · HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NORTH TEXAS

2302 FIREWHEEL PKWY, Garland, TX 75040

Charter

Enrollment

743

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,119 of 8,552

In Garland

#28 of 67

public schools

In district

#11 of 16

HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NORTH TEXAS

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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5.8/10

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About Harmony Science Academy - Garland

Harmony Science Academy - Garland is a public elementary school in Garland, TX, part of HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NORTH TEXAS. Harmony Science Academy - Garland serves approximately 743 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony Science Academy - Garland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,119 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Harmony Science Academy - Garland show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Harmony Science Academy - 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.01 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,259
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Harmony Science Academy - Garland — Students at Harmony Science Academy - Garland score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.4% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
80%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
40.2%
ELA
53.2%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
59%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Harmony Science Academy - Garland Compares

See how Harmony Science Academy - Garland performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in TX
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

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

2302 FIREWHEEL PKWY, Garland, TX 75040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harmony Science Academy - Garland may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN W ARMSTRONG EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Sachse), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIREWHEEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - GARLAND Garland 0.1 mi 6.8
NORTHLAKE EL Garland 0.8 mi 4.3
VERNAL LISTER EL Garland 1.0 mi 4.5
WEAVER EL Garland 1.3 mi 5.3
NORMA DORSEY EL Rowlett 1.6 mi 6.3
BACK EL Rowlett 1.6 mi 7.0
SELLERS MIDDLE Garland 1.7 mi 5.6
ROBERT B SEWELL EL Sachse 1.8 mi 6.8
GARLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland 1.7 mi 5.9
SACHSE H S Sachse 2.0 mi 7.7
B G HUDSON MIDDLE Sachse 1.9 mi 7.0
SHOREHAVEN EL Garland 1.8 mi 5.7
JOHN W ARMSTRONG EL Sachse 2.2 mi 8.4
FIREWHEEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland 2.2 mi 7.5
MOUNT HEBRON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland 2.5 mi
AUSTIN ACAD FOR EXCELL Garland 2.8 mi 8.6
GARLAND AEC Garland 3.0 mi 5.0
NAAMAN FOREST H S Garland 2.7 mi 5.2
KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL Garland 3.0 mi 9.2
GARLAND CHRISTIAN ADVENTIST SCHOOL Garland 3.2 mi

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 Science Academy - Garland

What grades does Harmony Science Academy - Garland serve?

Harmony Science Academy - Garland serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Harmony Science Academy - Garland?

Harmony Science Academy - Garland has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony Science Academy - Garland?

The student-teacher ratio at Harmony Science Academy - Garland is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harmony Science Academy - Garland rank in TX?

Harmony Science Academy - Garland ranks #5,119 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Harmony Science Academy - Garland's MySchoolScout rating?

Harmony Science Academy - Garland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Science Academy - Garland?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony Science Academy - Garland has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

Is Harmony Science Academy - Garland a charter school?

Yes, Harmony Science Academy - Garland 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 - Garland a Title I school?

No, Harmony Science Academy - Garland is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony Science Academy - Garland?

70.7% of students at Harmony Science Academy - 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
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

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