Harlingen High School South is a public high school located in Harlingen, Texas, United States. It is part of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District. It is one of five public high schools in Harlingen.
Serving 2,019 students in grades 9-12, Harlingen H S - South 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 97% 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: 2,019 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlingen H S - South's student population of 2,019 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,019 students
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Green, Orange
School Rankings
Harlingen H S - South ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlingen H S - South is 0.08, 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
#7219 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Harlingen CISD School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlingen H S - South's ranking?
Harlingen H S - South is ranked #7219 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harlingen H S - South often compared to?
Harlingen H S - Southis often viewed alongside schools like Harlingen High School, Hanna Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlingen H S - South?
The graduation rate of Harlingen H S - South is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harlingen H S - South?
2,019 students attend Harlingen H S - South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Harlingen H S - South students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlingen H S - South?
Harlingen H S - South has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlingen H S - South offer ?
Harlingen H S - South offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harlingen H S - South part of?
Harlingen H S - South is part of Harlingen CISD School District.
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