Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harahan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harahan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harahan Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harahan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harahan Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#434 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
24%
42%
White
53%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harahan Elementary School's ranking?
Harahan Elementary School is ranked #434 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Harahan Elementary School often compared to?
Harahan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Harahan Elementary School?
463 students attend Harahan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Harahan Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harahan Elementary School?
Harahan Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harahan Elementary School offer ?
Harahan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Harahan Elementary School part of?
Harahan Elementary School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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