Serving 513 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harney Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harney Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harney Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harney Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1815 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)31%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
43%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
42%
50%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harney Elementary School's ranking?
Harney Elementary School is ranked #1815 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Harney Elementary School often compared to?
Harney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Sarah J Anderson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Harney Elementary School?
513 students attend Harney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Harney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harney Elementary School?
Harney Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Harney Elementary School offer ?
Harney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harney Elementary School part of?
Harney Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Harney Elementary School located?
Harney Elementary School is located in the Edgewood Park neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Edgewood Park.
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