Harbins Elementary School serves 1,397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Harbins Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harbins Elementary School's student population of 1,397 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,397 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Harbins Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Harbins Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#351 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%

Hispanic
19%
18%

Black
41%
36%

White
30%
37%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
53%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbins Elementary School's ranking?
Harbins Elementary School is ranked #351 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Harbins Elementary School?
1,397 students attend Harbins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Harbins Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 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 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harbins Elementary School offer ?
Harbins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harbins Elementary School part of?
Harbins Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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