Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harnew Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harnew Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Harnew Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harnew Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harnew Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1383 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
45%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harnew Elementary School's ranking?
Harnew Elementary School is ranked #1383 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harnew Elementary School often compared to?
Harnew Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sward Elementary School, Kolmar Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harnew Elementary School?
493 students attend Harnew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Harnew Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harnew Elementary School?
Harnew Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harnew Elementary School offer ?
Harnew Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harnew Elementary School part of?
Harnew Elementary School is part of Ridgeland SD 122 School District.
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