Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Harmony Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Harmony Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harmony Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harmony Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1132 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
1%
36%
White
88%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Elementary School's ranking?
Harmony Elementary School is ranked #1132 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Harmony Elementary School often compared to?
Harmony Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hill City Elementary School, Jasper Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Harmony Elementary School?
524 students attend Harmony Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Harmony Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony Elementary School?
Harmony Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony Elementary School offer ?
Harmony Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Harmony Elementary School part of?
Harmony Elementary School is part of Pickens County School District.
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