Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harvey Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harvey Elementary serves the southeastern part of Kingsville, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most residing about a mile from its edges and the furthest point being 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harvey Elementary School's student population of 486 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harvey Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvey Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6943 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvey Elementary School's ranking?
Harvey Elementary School is ranked #6943 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harvey Elementary School often compared to?
Harvey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harvey Elementary School?
486 students attend Harvey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Harvey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvey Elementary School?
Harvey Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harvey Elementary School offer ?
Harvey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harvey Elementary School part of?
Harvey Elementary School is part of Kingsville Independent School District.
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