Serving 1,252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barbara A Harvey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School's student population of 1,252 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 82% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Rankings
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara A Harvey Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#674 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
63%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara A Harvey Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School is ranked #674 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Barbara A Harvey Elementary School often compared to?
Barbara A Harvey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parrish Charter Academy, Annie Lucy Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Barbara A Harvey Elementary School?
1,252 students attend Barbara A Harvey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Barbara A Harvey Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara A Harvey Elementary School?
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barbara A Harvey Elementary School offer ?
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barbara A Harvey Elementary School part of?
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
School Reviews
5 1/2/2025
Our daughter has attended Harvey for the last 3 years. The staff has always been great and enjoyable. We came from Maryland and the schools here are far better than what we experienced up North.
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