Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Harlan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harlan Elementary School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harlan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlan Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#749 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
46%
32%
White
29%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan Elementary School's ranking?
Harlan Elementary School is ranked #749 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Harlan Elementary School often compared to?
Harlan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weeden Elementary School, Forest Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Harlan Elementary School?
402 students attend Harlan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Harlan Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlan Elementary School?
Harlan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harlan Elementary School offer ?
Harlan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Harlan Elementary School part of?
Harlan Elementary School is part of Florence City School District.
In what neighborhood is Harlan Elementary School located?
Harlan Elementary School is located in the North Florence neighborhood of Florence, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in North Florence.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break-No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of 1st Semester Early Dismissal
December 13, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break Holidays
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School-Early Dismissal
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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