Serving 298 students in grades 4-6, Harmony Grove Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Harmony Grove Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Benton school district, encompassing approximately 22 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harmony Grove Middle School's student population of 298 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harmony Grove Middle 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 Middle School is 0.26, 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
#152 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
19%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Grove Middle School's ranking?
Harmony Grove Middle School is ranked #152 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Harmony Grove Middle School?
298 students attend Harmony Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Harmony Grove Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harmony Grove Middle School?
Harmony Grove Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony Grove Middle School offer ?
Harmony Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harmony Grove Middle School part of?
Harmony Grove Middle School is part of Harmony Grove School District (Saline).
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