Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harmony Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harmony Elementary School's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harmony Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harmony Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#10 out of 1280 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Elementary School's ranking?
Harmony Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Harmony Elementary School often compared to?
Harmony Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School, Morse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Harmony Elementary School?
514 students attend Harmony Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Harmony Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony Elementary School?
Harmony Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harmony Elementary School offer ?
Harmony Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harmony Elementary School part of?
Harmony Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Harmony Elementary School located?
Harmony Elementary School is located in the Nottingham Forest South neighborhood of Overland Park, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Nottingham Forest South.
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