Summary:
The Harmony Public Schools - Houston South district is home to two high schools: Harmony School of Ingenuity-Houston and Harmony Science Academy-Houston. While both schools serve students in the same district, the data reveals that Harmony Science Academy-Houston is the standout performer, consistently outpacing the district and state averages in academic achievement, graduation rates, and overall school quality.
Harmony Science Academy-Houston ranks 272 out of 1,987 Texas high schools, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, while Harmony School of Ingenuity-Houston ranks 1,023 with a 2-star rating. The former school's students demonstrate significantly higher proficiency on STAAR/EOC assessments across multiple subjects, with 78.15% proficient or better in Algebra I compared to 69.35% for the district and 44.73% for the state. Harmony Science Academy-Houston also boasts a higher four-year graduation rate of 98.7% and a lower dropout rate of 0.6%.
Despite the differences in academic performance, both schools serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with over 80% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. However, Harmony Science Academy-Houston spends more per student ($10,945) and has a lower student-teacher ratio (12.8) compared to Harmony School of Ingenuity-Houston ($9,970 per student and 15.6 student-teacher ratio). These factors may contribute to the school's success, and understanding the practices and strategies employed at Harmony Science Academy-Houston could provide valuable insights for improving educational outcomes across the Harmony Public Schools - Houston South district.
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