Harman Elementary School

735 Harman Ave
Dayton, OH 45419
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 1%
Serving 428 students in grades 1-6, Harman Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-6
  • Enrollment: 428 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 1% in OH
  • : 91% (Top 5%)
  • : 92% (Top 1%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Harman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

Harman Elementary School's student population of 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Together We Learn. Together We Achieve. Together We Prepare Students for Tomorrow.

School Rankings

Harman Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harman Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#23 out of 3181 schools
(Top 1%)
91%
54%
92%
60%
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harman Elementary School's ranking?
Harman Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harman Elementary School often compared to?
Harman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harman Elementary School?
428 students attend Harman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Harman Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harman Elementary School?
Harman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harman Elementary School offer ?
Harman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harman Elementary School part of?
Harman Elementary School is part of Oakwood City School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-6
  • Enrollment: 428 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 1%
  • : 91% (Top 5%)
  • : 92% (Top 1%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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