Serving 1,320 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harbins Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Harbins Elementary School serves the eastern part of Dacula, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 22 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest area being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harbins Elementary School's student population of 1,320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Harbins Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbins Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#618 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
45%
36%
White
22%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbins Elementary School's ranking?
Harbins Elementary School is ranked #618 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Harbins Elementary School often compared to?
Harbins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lovin Elementary School, Cooper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Harbins Elementary School?
1,320 students attend Harbins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Harbins Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harbins Elementary School?
Harbins Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harbins Elementary School offer ?
Harbins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harbins Elementary School part of?
Harbins Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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