Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Harmony Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harmony Elementary School serves the southern part of Jasper, GA, covering an area of approximately 37 square miles, with a typical drive of 5-10 minutes from most homes and a maximum distance of 9.4 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harmony Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harmony Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harmony Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#877 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
36%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Elementary School's ranking?
Harmony Elementary School is ranked #877 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Harmony Elementary School often compared to?
Harmony Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hill City Elementary School, Jasper Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Harmony Elementary School?
509 students attend Harmony Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Harmony Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harmony Elementary School?
Harmony Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony Elementary School offer ?
Harmony Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harmony Elementary School part of?
Harmony Elementary School is part of Pickens County School District.
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