Harney Elementary School serves 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 43% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 42% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 66%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)43%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)42%
66%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
42%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average).
How many students attend Harney Elementary School?
419 students attend Harney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Harney Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harney Elementary School?
Harney Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harney Elementary School offer ?
Harney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Harney Elementary School part of?
Harney Elementary School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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