Serving 438 students in grades 3-5, Holly Harshman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holly Harshman Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mena, AR, covering approximately 434.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 21 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holly Harshman Elementary School's student population of 438 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holly Harshman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Harshman Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#292 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bearcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Harshman Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Harshman Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Holly Harshman Elementary School often compared to?
Holly Harshman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Acorn Elementary School, Louise Durham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Holly Harshman Elementary School?
438 students attend Holly Harshman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Holly Harshman Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holly Harshman Elementary School?
Holly Harshman Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Harshman Elementary School offer ?
Holly Harshman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Harshman Elementary School part of?
Holly Harshman Elementary School is part of Mena School District.
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