Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harry Herndon Elementary 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harry Herndon Elementary School's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Harry Herndon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry Herndon Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2583 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
47%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
35%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry Herndon Elementary School's ranking?
Harry Herndon Elementary School is ranked #2583 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harry Herndon Elementary School?
550 students attend Harry Herndon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Harry Herndon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry Herndon Elementary School?
Harry Herndon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harry Herndon Elementary School offer ?
Harry Herndon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harry Herndon Elementary School part of?
Harry Herndon Elementary School is part of Royse City Independent School District.
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