Serving 690 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 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harper Elementary School serves the northwest part of Riverdale, GA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located around 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harper Elementary School's student population of 690 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Calendar
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 0.50, 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
#1980 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
63%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
1%
34%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 11-year historical data
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 #1980 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 Church Street Elementary School, Pointe South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Harper Elementary School?
690 students attend Harper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Harper Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harper Elementary School?
Harper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 Clayton County School District.
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