Serving 521 students in grades 6-8, Harmony Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harmony Middle School's student population of 521 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harmony Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harmony Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Middle School's ranking?
Harmony Middle School is ranked #197 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Harmony Middle School often compared to?
Harmony Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxford Middle School, Lakewood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Harmony Middle School?
521 students attend Harmony Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Harmony Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony Middle School?
Harmony Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harmony Middle School offer ?
Harmony Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harmony Middle School part of?
Harmony Middle School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Harmony Middle School located?
Harmony Middle School is located in the Nottingham Forest South neighborhood of Overland Park, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Nottingham Forest South.
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