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7 schools in Harker Heights

Texas · Public K-12

Harker Heights's public schools total 7 across the city, with enrollment of about 6,986 and an average school size near 998.

7-year change in Harker Heights

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
6,986
-80 (-1%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
7
+1 (+17%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
25%
was 32%
% Hispanic
35%
was 29%
% Black
25%
was 26%
% Asian
3%
was 4%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
EASTERN HILLS MIDDLEMiddle06-08585
HARKER HEIGHTS ELElementaryPK-05706
HARKER HEIGHTS H SHigh09-122,192
MOUNTAIN VIEW ELElementaryPK-05765
NOLAN MIDDLEMiddle06-081,068
SKIPCHA ELElementaryPK-05937
UNION GROVE MIDDLEMiddle06-08733

About Harker Heights

Harker Heights, Texas is home to 7 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 6,986 students. By school count, it is a mid-sized city.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city is made up of 3 elementary, 3 middle, and 1 high.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 998, noticeably above the state mean of about 606.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Harker Heights has stayed largely flat since SY 2017-18, moving from about 7,066 students to 6,986. Harker Heights now counts 7 public schools, up from 6 in SY 2017-18. Demographically, the White share of enrollment decreased from 32% to 25%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Harker Heights discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Harker Heights, Texas?
There are 7 public K-12 schools in Harker Heights, with a combined enrollment of about 6,986.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Harker Heights?
Harker Heights has 3 elementary, 3 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Harker Heights?
HARKER HEIGHTS H S is the largest public school in Harker Heights by enrollment, with approximately 2,192 students.
What school districts serve Harker Heights?
Harker Heights public schools are operated by KILLEEN ISD.
What grade levels do public schools in Harker Heights cover?
Public schools in Harker Heights serve students from pre-K through grade 12.