Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harney Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harney Elementary School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harney Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harney Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#589 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
57%
22%
Black
25%
7%
White
8%
62%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harney Elementary School's ranking?
Harney Elementary School is ranked #589 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Harney Elementary School often compared to?
Harney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dakota City Elementary School, E N Swett Elementary 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 46% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Harney Elementary School?
359 students attend Harney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Harney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harney Elementary School?
Harney Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harney Elementary School offer ?
Harney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harney Elementary School part of?
Harney Elementary School is part of So Sioux City Community Schools School District.
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