Serving 333 students in grades 8, Hereford Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hereford Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hereford Preparatory Academy's student population of 333 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Hereford Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hereford Preparatory Academy is 0.13, 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
#1438 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
7%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hereford Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Hereford Preparatory Academy is ranked #1438 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Hereford Preparatory Academy?
333 students attend Hereford Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hereford Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hereford Preparatory Academy?
Hereford Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hereford Preparatory Academy offer ?
Hereford Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is Hereford Preparatory Academy part of?
Hereford Preparatory Academy is part of Hereford ISD School District.
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