Serving 190 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harmony Township School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harmony Township School serves the entire district in Phillipsburg, NJ, covering an area of approximately 24.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harmony Township School's student population of 190 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harmony Township School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harmony Township School is 0.19, 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
#1173 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
90%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Township School's ranking?
Harmony Township School is ranked #1173 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Harmony Township School often compared to?
Harmony Township Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Township School, White Township Consolidated School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Harmony Township School?
190 students attend Harmony Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Harmony Township School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harmony Township School?
Harmony Township School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harmony Township School offer ?
Harmony Township School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harmony Township School part of?
Harmony Township School is part of Harmony Township School District.
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