Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harvard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harvard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harvard Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harvard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvard Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1524 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
60%
27%
Black
10%
5%
White
13%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Franklin Pierce School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvard Elementary School's ranking?
Harvard Elementary School is ranked #1524 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Harvard Elementary School?
445 students attend Harvard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Harvard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvard Elementary School?
Harvard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harvard Elementary School offer ?
Harvard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harvard Elementary School part of?
Harvard Elementary School is part of Franklin Pierce School District.
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