Very Good
#7 of 89 private schools in AR
Top 7% of private schools
Harvest Time Academy
Elementary School
3300 BRIAR CLIFF AVE, Fort Smith, AR 72908
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arkansas private schools
#7 of 89
In Fort Smith
#1 of 9
public schools
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Harvest Time Academy
Elementary School in Fort Smith · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harvest Time Academy
Harvest Time Academy is a private elementary school in Fort Smith, AR. Harvest Time Academy serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvest Time Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 89 private schools in AR.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 100 students, Harvest Time Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Harvest Time Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Harvest Time Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Harvest Time Academy compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Smith, AR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harvest Time Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| BEARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| CAVANAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| CARNALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| RAYMOND F. ORR ELEM. SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| BONNEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| BALLMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| EUPER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| JOHN P. WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| FORT SMITH VIRTUAL ACADEMY | — |
| TILLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| SUNNYMEDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| HOWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| SUTTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| TRUSTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| SPRADLING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| HARRY C. MORRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AR.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AR
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3300 BRIAR CLIFF AVE, Fort Smith, AR 72908
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harvest Time Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SINGLETON ES (rated 8.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Arkoma), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT SMITH (rated 7.4/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BALLMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 4.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Smith, see our Fort Smith schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| BEARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| CAVANAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| CARNALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| RAYMOND F. ORR ELEM. SCHOOL Fort Smith | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT SMITH Fort Smith | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Fort Smith | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| RAMSEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Smith | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SINGLETON ES Arkoma | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Smith | 3.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ARKOMA MS Arkoma | 3.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ARKOMA HS Arkoma | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| BONNEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BALLMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF FORT SMITH Fort Smith | 4.4 mi | — |
| TRINITY CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Smith | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
| BELLE POINT ALTERNATIVE CENTER Fort Smith | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| EUPER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Fort Smith | 4.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,697
Median Home Value
$181,600
Median Rent
$886/mo
Population
14,003
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
66.3%
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 7.9 |
| RURAL SPECIAL ELEM. SCHOOL Fox, AR | 8.0 |
| LEPANTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lepanto, AR | 8.2 |
| ST JOHNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hot Springs, AR | 8.3 |
| TIMBO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Timbo, AR | 8.3 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Benton, AR | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harvest Time Academy
What grades does Harvest Time Academy serve?
Harvest Time Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Harvest Time Academy?
Harvest Time Academy has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvest Time Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Harvest Time Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Harvest Time Academy rank in AR?
Harvest Time Academy ranks #7 of 89 private schools in AR.
What is Harvest Time Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Harvest Time Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Harvest Time Academy a private school?
Yes, Harvest Time Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Harvest Time Academy a religious school?
Harvest Time Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 100
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sebastian County
- Phone
- (479) 434-3211
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