Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, James A Harmon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James A Harmon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
James A Harmon Elementary School's student population of 589 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Growing and Learning Together
School Rankings
James A Harmon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James A Harmon Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1640 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
16%
17%
White
54%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
South-Western City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James A Harmon Elementary School's ranking?
James A Harmon Elementary School is ranked #1640 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are James A Harmon Elementary School often compared to?
James A Harmon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend James A Harmon Elementary School?
589 students attend James A Harmon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of James A Harmon Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James A Harmon Elementary School?
James A Harmon Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does James A Harmon Elementary School offer ?
James A Harmon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James A Harmon Elementary School part of?
James A Harmon Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is James A Harmon Elementary School located?
James A Harmon Elementary School is located in the Southwest Columbus neighborhood of Grove City, OH.
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