Serving 535 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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Narvie Harris Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Decatur, GA, covering approximately 259.3 square miles. Families may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum span of 21.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Narvie Harris Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#556 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
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?
535 students attend Narvie Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Narvie Harris Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Narvie Harris Elementary School?
Narvie Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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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