Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jess Harben Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jess Harben Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jess Harben Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jess Harben Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jess Harben Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1796 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
26%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jess Harben Elementary School's ranking?
Jess Harben Elementary School is ranked #1796 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jess Harben Elementary School?
381 students attend Jess Harben Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Jess Harben Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jess Harben Elementary School?
Jess Harben Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jess Harben Elementary School offer ?
Jess Harben Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Jess Harben Elementary School part of?
Jess Harben Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
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