Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Harter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harter Elementary School serves the west part of Canton, OH, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harter Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Harter Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harter Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2570 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
29%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
38%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
18%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harter Elementary School's ranking?
Harter Elementary School is ranked #2570 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harter Elementary School often compared to?
Harter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarendon Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harter Elementary School?
414 students attend Harter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Harter Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harter Elementary School?
Harter Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harter Elementary School offer ?
Harter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harter Elementary School part of?
Harter Elementary School is part of Canton City School District.
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