Harlan Elementary School serves 195 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlan Elementary School's student population of 195 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harlan Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
77%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Harlan Elementary School?
195 students attend Harlan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Harlan Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlan Elementary School?
Harlan Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlan Elementary School offer ?
Harlan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Harlan Elementary School part of?
Harlan Elementary School is part of Mount Pleasant Comm School District.
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