Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harmon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harmon Elementary School serves the south part of Saint Clair Shores, MI, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the zone's edge averaging 1.1 miles and extending up to 2 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harmon Elementary School's student population of 317 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Lakeview... are you?
School Rankings
Harmon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harmon Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1851 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmon Elementary School's ranking?
Harmon Elementary School is ranked #1851 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Harmon Elementary School often compared to?
Harmon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Elementary School, Princeton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Harmon Elementary School?
317 students attend Harmon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Harmon Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harmon Elementary School?
Harmon Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Harmon Elementary School offer ?
Harmon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harmon Elementary School part of?
Harmon Elementary School is part of Lakeview Public Schools (Macomb).
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