Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Harvest Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harvest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Harvest Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harvest Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvest Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#162 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
74%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvest Elementary School's ranking?
Harvest Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Harvest Elementary School often compared to?
Harvest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Harvest Elementary School?
435 students attend Harvest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Harvest Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harvest Elementary School?
Harvest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harvest Elementary School offer ?
Harvest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Harvest Elementary School part of?
Harvest Elementary School is part of Saline Area Schools School District.
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