Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jack Harmon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jack Harmon Elementary School serves the west part of San Tan Valley, AZ, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jack Harmon Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jack Harmon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack Harmon Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#952 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Harmon Elementary School's ranking?
Jack Harmon Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Jack Harmon Elementary School often compared to?
Jack Harmon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary School, Ellsworth Elementary School, Combs Traditional Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Jack Harmon Elementary School?
382 students attend Jack Harmon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jack Harmon Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jack Harmon Elementary School?
Jack Harmon Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jack Harmon Elementary School offer ?
Jack Harmon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jack Harmon Elementary School part of?
Jack Harmon Elementary School is part of J O Combs Unified School District (4445).
In what neighborhood is Jack Harmon Elementary School located?
Jack Harmon Elementary School is located in the Pecan Creek neighborhood of San Tan Valley, AZ.
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