Serving 575 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harlem Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Harlem Elementary is located in the northwest part of Baytown, TX, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlem Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
575 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
School Motto
EVERY student matters, EVERY moment counts!
School Rankings
Harlem Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlem Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5552 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
red and white
School Mascot
Roadrunner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlem Elementary School's ranking?
Harlem Elementary School is ranked #5552 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harlem Elementary School?
575 students attend Harlem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Harlem Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlem Elementary School?
Harlem Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlem Elementary School offer ?
Harlem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harlem Elementary School part of?
Harlem Elementary School is part of Goose Creek CISD School District.
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