Harlandale High School is a public high school located in the city of San Antonio, Texas and classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League. This school is part of the Harlandale Independent School District located in south central Bexar County.
Serving 1,611 students in grades 9-12, Harlandale High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlandale High School's student population of 1,611 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Year Founded
1946
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Harlandale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlandale High School is 0.04, 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
#7587 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
3%
8%
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 Harlandale High School's ranking?
Harlandale High School is ranked #7587 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harlandale High School often compared to?
Harlandale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlandale High School?
The graduation rate of Harlandale High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harlandale High School?
1,611 students attend Harlandale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Harlandale High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlandale High School?
Harlandale High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlandale High School offer ?
Harlandale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harlandale High School part of?
Harlandale High School is part of Harlandale Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Harlandale High School located?
Harlandale High School is located in the Harlandale neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in Harlandale.
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