Harmony Grove Elem.
School in Camden, AR serves 413 students in grades K–6 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, higher than the district average of 13–19:1 reported in recent years.
The school's math proficiency is 61%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and district average of 49%, maintaining consistent performance above state and district levels since 2019.
Reading proficiency stands at 53%, higher than the state average of 40% and near the district average of 51%, showing improvement from 43% in 2021 to 53% in 2022.
Science proficiency is 52%, exceeding the state average of 36% and district average of 45%, placing the school in the top 10% statewide for science.
Enrollment declined from 465 students in 2023 to 413 currently, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch decreased from 32% in 2023 to 43% in prior years, indicating changes in socioeconomic composition in this Camden, AR elementary school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Harmony Grove Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Camden, AR school district, encompassing approximately 363.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 35.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony Grove Elementary 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 Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harmony Grove Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Harmony Grove Elementary 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 Elementary School often compared to?
Harmony Grove Elementary 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 Elementary School?
425 students attend Harmony Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Harmony Grove Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harmony Grove Elementary School?
Harmony Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony Grove Elementary School offer ?
Harmony Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harmony Grove Elementary School part of?
Harmony Grove Elementary School is part of Harmony Grove School District (Ouachita).
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