These recognitions are more than just ratings—they are a reflection of the heart of our Harmony community: excellence in education, responsibility in leadership, and a shared vision for brighter futures.
Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN, Texas – Harmony Public Schools-Central Texas is proud to share exciting news that reflects the dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment of our students, staff, and families.
This spring, HPS-CTX was named a 2025 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished District—the only public school district in Texas and one of just 28 nationwide to earn this honor out of 3,500+. PLTW is a national nonprofit that brings hands-on learning in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science. This recognition highlights our commitment to giving all students access to high-quality, future-ready learning.
Also, all HPS-CTX campuses have earned—or are actively working toward—National and State School of Character distinctions from CharacterPlus. These honors recognize schools that build strong character and positive school culture by teaching core values, respect, and responsibility.
This week, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released its Accountability Ratings, and Harmony Public Schools–Central Texas earned high ratings across the district:
A: Harmony Science Academy-Cedar Park
A: Harmony School of Science
A: Harmony School of Innovation
A: Harmony School of Endeavor
A: Harmony Science Academy-Pflugerville
B: Harmony School of Excellence
A: Harmony School of Science
A: Harmony School of Innovation
A: Harmony School of Endeavor
A: Harmony Science Academy-Pflugerville
B: Harmony School of Excellence
These results highlight the academic growth, success, and perseverance of our students, supported every step of the way by our outstanding teachers and staff.
In addition, Harmony Public Schools received the highest possible recognition—an A+ rating—from the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST). This achievement demonstrates our district’s strong financial stewardship, accountability, and commitment to responsibly managing resources so that every dollar supports student success.
To add to our celebration, all three high schools in our district were named among the top high schools in America by U.S. News and World Report.
These recognitions are more than just ratings—they are a reflection of the heart of our Harmony community: excellence in education, responsibility in leadership, and a shared vision for brighter futures.
Harmony Public Schools is a Texas-born, Texas-wide public charter school system with more than 60 campuses serving PreK-Grade 12 students in 23 cities across the state, including Greater Houston, DFW, San Antonio, Austin, El Paso, Waco, Lubbock, Midland-Odessa, Bryan, Beaumont, Pflugerville, Cedar Park, Leander and the Rio Grande Valley. Harmony’s curriculum places a heavy focus on STEM skills, Character Education, project-based learning, and college readiness.
About Harmony Public Schools
Harmony Public Schools are more than 60 high-performing PreK-12 college preparatory charter schools throughout Texas. Harmony blends the highest standards and expectations, with a rigorous math- and science-centered curriculum and dedicated and engaged teachers and families to cultivate excellence and prepare students to succeed in college, careers, and life. At Harmony Public Schools, we believe every child can succeed, and we are committed to helping them realize their full potential. To learn more about Harmony Public Schools, please visit harmonytx.org. Harmony is currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. Students may apply at harmonytx.org/apply.
