Serving 345 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Harlan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harlan Elementary School's student population of 345 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harlan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlan Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
3%
11%
White
88%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan Elementary School's ranking?
Harlan Elementary School is ranked #221 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Harlan Elementary School?
345 students attend Harlan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Harlan Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlan Elementary School?
Harlan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harlan Elementary School offer ?
Harlan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harlan Elementary School part of?
Harlan Elementary School is part of Harlan Independent School District.
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