Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Harper Elementary School's student population of 696 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Strong.
School Rankings
Harper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harper Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1980 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper Elementary School's ranking?
Harper Elementary School is ranked #1980 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harper Elementary School often compared to?
Harper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lacy Elementary School, Godwin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harper Elementary School?
696 students attend Harper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Harper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harper Elementary School?
Harper Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harper Elementary School offer ?
Harper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harper Elementary School part of?
Harper Elementary School is part of Princeton Independent School District.
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