Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Harper Elementary School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harper 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 Harper Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#2067 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
97%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper Elementary School's ranking?
Harper Elementary School is ranked #2067 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Harper Elementary School often compared to?
Harper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jerger Elementary School, Scott Elementary School, Cross Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Harper Elementary School?
317 students attend Harper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Harper Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harper Elementary School?
Harper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harper Elementary School offer ?
Harper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harper Elementary School part of?
Harper Elementary School is part of Thomasville City School District.
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