John Marshall Harlan High School is the eleventh public high school in the Northside Independent School District of San Antonio, Texas and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League.
Serving 2,778 students in grades 9-12, Harlan High School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harlan High School's student population of 2,778 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 157 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,778 students
Total Classroom Teachers
157 teachers
Year Founded
2017
Colors
Black, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Harlan High 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 Harlan High School is 0.59, 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
#2420 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
60%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
18%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan High School's ranking?
Harlan High School is ranked #2420 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlan High School?
The graduation rate of Harlan High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harlan High School?
2,778 students attend Harlan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Harlan High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlan High School?
Harlan High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlan High School offer ?
Harlan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harlan High School part of?
Harlan High School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Harlan High School located?
Harlan High School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 69 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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