Harlan Primary serves 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69%
- Attendance Zone: Harlan Primary's attendance zone covers the entire Harlan, IA school district, encompassing approximately 278.3 square miles. It typically takes 15-20 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, with an average distance of 10.3 miles to the edge and a maximum of 15.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlan Primary's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harlan Primary is 0.33, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-89%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)60-69%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
81%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% IA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% IA state average).
How many students attend Harlan Primary?
342 students attend Harlan Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Harlan Primary students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlan Primary?
Harlan Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlan Primary offer ?
Harlan Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlan Primary part of?
Harlan Primary is part of Harlan Comm School District.
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