Serving 511 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harp Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harp Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Harp Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harp Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#448 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
59%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
23%
58%
Hawaiian
11%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harp Elementary School's ranking?
Harp Elementary School is ranked #448 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Harp Elementary School often compared to?
Harp Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmdale Elementary School, Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Harp Elementary School?
511 students attend Harp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Harp Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harp Elementary School?
Harp Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harp Elementary School offer ?
Harp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harp Elementary School part of?
Harp Elementary School is part of Springdale School District.
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