Serving 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harper Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Thomasville, GA, encompassing approximately 15.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 3.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harper Elementary School's student population of 263 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Academic Rigor, Grow the Heart, and Expose the Mind!
School Rankings
Harper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harper Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#2157 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
20%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
95%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
34%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper Elementary School's ranking?
Harper Elementary School is ranked #2157 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Harper Elementary School often compared to?
Harper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jerger Elementary School, Scott Elementary School, Cross Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Harper Elementary School?
263 students attend Harper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Harper Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harper Elementary School?
Harper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harper Elementary School offer ?
Harper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harper Elementary School part of?
Harper Elementary School is part of Thomasville City School District.
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