Serving 1,103 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harns Marsh Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,103 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harns Marsh Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lehigh Acres, FL, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 294.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically face a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with distances to the edge of the zone averaging about 10.2 miles and extending up to 15.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harns Marsh Elementary School's student population of 1,103 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,103 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a professional learning community, Title I school.
School Rankings
Harns Marsh Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harns Marsh Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2507 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harns Marsh Elementary School's ranking?
Harns Marsh Elementary School is ranked #2507 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Harns Marsh Elementary School often compared to?
Harns Marsh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunshine Elementary School, Tortuga Preserve Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Harns Marsh Elementary School?
1,103 students attend Harns Marsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Harns Marsh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harns Marsh Elementary School?
Harns Marsh Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harns Marsh Elementary School offer ?
Harns Marsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harns Marsh Elementary School part of?
Harns Marsh Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Harns Marsh Elementary School located?
Harns Marsh Elementary School is located in the Harris neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Harris.
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