Harvard Elementary School is a public primary school in the Houston Heights neighborhood of Houston, Texas, United States. Harvard, a part of the Houston Independent School District, serves grades Pre-Kindergarten through 5.
Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harvard Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harvard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harvard Elementary School's student population of 657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
657 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
September 18, 1898
School Rankings
Harvard Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvard Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#363 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
26%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
55%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvard Elementary School's ranking?
Harvard Elementary School is ranked #363 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harvard Elementary School often compared to?
Harvard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Travis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harvard Elementary School?
657 students attend Harvard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Harvard Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvard Elementary School?
Harvard Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harvard Elementary School offer ?
Harvard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harvard Elementary School part of?
Harvard Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Harvard Elementary School located?
Harvard Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 58 other public schools located in Northside.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is an excellent school. My child has had very good teachers who challenge him everyday. The International Baccalaureate
Program is impressive. The Principal is very involved in the school and is respected by the students and parents. The PTA is active.
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