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Harwood J High School

3000 Martin Dr
Bedford, TX 76021
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 1,014 students in grades 7-9, Harwood J High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-9
  • Enrollment: 1,014 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Top 10% in TX
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Harwood J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Harwood J High School's student population of 1,014 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,014 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Harwood J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harwood J High School is 0.75, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#413 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
78%
44%
74%
51%
74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.75
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harwood J High School's ranking?
Harwood J High School is ranked #413 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harwood J High School often compared to?
Harwood J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bedford J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harwood J High School?
1,014 students attend Harwood J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Harwood J High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harwood J High School?
Harwood J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harwood J High School offer ?
Harwood J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Harwood J High School part of?
Harwood J High School is part of Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-9
  • Enrollment: 1,014 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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