Serving 950 students in grades 4-6, Harvest Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harvest Intermediate School's student population of 950 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
950 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Harvest Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvest Intermediate School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#620 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%

Hispanic
7%
14%

Black
3%
9%

White
80%
67%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvest Intermediate School's ranking?
Harvest Intermediate School is ranked #620 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Harvest Intermediate School?
950 students attend Harvest Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Harvest Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harvest Intermediate School?
Harvest Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harvest Intermediate School offer ?
Harvest Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Harvest Intermediate School part of?
Harvest Intermediate School is part of De Forest Area School District.
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