Serving 152 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Harrold School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrold School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Harrold School's student population of 152 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Harrold School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrold School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2687 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
64%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrold School's ranking?
Harrold School is ranked #2687 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harrold School often compared to?
Harrold Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside School, Vernon Elementary School, Vernon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrold School?
The graduation rate of Harrold School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harrold School?
152 students attend Harrold School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Harrold School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrold School?
Harrold School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrold School offer ?
Harrold School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Harrold School part of?
Harrold School is part of Harrold Independent School District.
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