Harmony Grove High School is a comprehensive public high school that provides secondary education for students in grades seven through twelve; it is located in rural, distant unincorporated Ouachita County, Arkansas, United States, with a Camden postal address.
Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Harmony Grove Elem. School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony Grove Elem. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harmony Grove Elem. School's student population of 413 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Rankings
Harmony Grove Elem. School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harmony Grove Elem. School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
17%
19%
White
76%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Grove Elem. School's ranking?
Harmony Grove Elem. School is ranked #110 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Harmony Grove Elem. School often compared to?
Harmony Grove Elem. Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bearden Elementary School, Camden Fairview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Harmony Grove Elem. School?
413 students attend Harmony Grove Elem. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Harmony Grove Elem. School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harmony Grove Elem. School?
Harmony Grove Elem. School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harmony Grove Elem. School offer ?
Harmony Grove Elem. School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harmony Grove Elem. School part of?
Harmony Grove Elem. School is part of Harmony Grove School District (Ouachita).
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