Narvie Harris Elementary School

3981 Mcgill Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Narvie Harris Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 565 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Top 30% in GA
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Narvie Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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School Overview

Narvie Harris Elementary School's student population of 565 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
To raise student performance to a standard of excellence thereby creating a better quality of life for everyone.

School Rankings

Narvie Harris Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Narvie Harris Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#556 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
49%
39%
48%
40%
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
95%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Narvie Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Narvie Harris Elementary School is ranked #556 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Narvie Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Narvie Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Narvie Harris Elementary School?
565 students attend Narvie Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Narvie Harris Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Narvie Harris Elementary School?
Narvie Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Narvie Harris Elementary School offer ?
Narvie Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Narvie Harris Elementary School part of?
Narvie Harris Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 565 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Top 30%
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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