For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,113 students in Harker Heights, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Harker Heights, TX are Skipcha Elementary School, Union Grove Middle School and Harker Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harker Heights, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Harker Heights have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Harker Heights, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Skipcha Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
515 Prospector Trl
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-6690
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-6690
Gr: PK-5 | 968 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Union Grove Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
101 E Iowa Dr
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-6580
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-6580
Gr: 6-8 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Harker Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
726 S Ann Blvd
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-2050
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-2050
Gr: PK-5 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Nolan Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 Warriors Path Rd
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-1150
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-1150
Gr: 6-8 | 1,156 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Mountain Lion Rd
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-1900
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Harker Heights High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 E Fm 2410
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-0800
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-0800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,268 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Eastern Hills Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Indian Trl
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-1100
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Killeen Jjaep
Alternative School
4800 E Rancier Ave
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-0150
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 336-0150
Gr: 9-10 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Harker Heights, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Harker Heights, TX include Skipcha Elementary School, Union Grove Middle School and Harker Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Harker Heights?
8 public schools are located in Harker Heights.
What is the racial composition of students in Harker Heights?
Harker Heights public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Harker Heights are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Harker Heights include: Mountain View Elementary School vs. Skipcha Elementary School, Harker Heights Elementary School vs. Skipcha Elementary School, Eastern Hills Middle School vs. Union Grove Middle School
Recent Articles
School Vouchers 2026: Updated Pros and Cons
Explore school vouchers in 2026, including updated pros, cons, policy changes, and what families should know before choosing.
Education Funding in America (2026 Update)
A 2026 update on education funding in America, including federal, state, and local trends, equity gaps, and what parents should know.
What It Takes to Run a Public School Day-to-Day
Explore what it takes to run a public school daily, from leadership and staffing to budgeting, safety, and student support systems.
