Harlingen High School is a public high school located in Harlingen, Texas, United States. It is part of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District and was the first of five HCISD high schools established.
Serving 2,433 students in grades 9-12, Harlingen High School 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 95% 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: 2,433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlingen High School's student population of 2,433 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 168 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
168 teachers
Year Founded
1913
Colors
White, Black, Red
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Harlingen High School 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 High School is 0.11, 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
#7783 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
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
94%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlingen High School's ranking?
Harlingen High School is ranked #7783 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harlingen High School often compared to?
Harlingen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Memorial Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlingen High School?
The graduation rate of Harlingen High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harlingen High School?
2,433 students attend Harlingen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Harlingen High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlingen High School?
Harlingen High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlingen High School offer ?
Harlingen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harlingen High School part of?
Harlingen High School is part of Harlingen CISD School District.
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