Serving 309 students in grades 3-5, Harlan Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harlan Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Harlan, IA school district, encompassing approximately 278.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlan Intermediate School's student population of 309 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harlan Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlan Intermediate School is 0.32, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#529 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan Intermediate School's ranking?
Harlan Intermediate School is ranked #529 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Harlan Intermediate School often compared to?
Harlan Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-center Elementary School, Carson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Harlan Intermediate School?
309 students attend Harlan Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Harlan Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlan Intermediate School?
Harlan Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlan Intermediate School offer ?
Harlan Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlan Intermediate School part of?
Harlan Intermediate School is part of Harlan Comm School District.
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