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Jack Harmon Elementary School

Elementary School · J O Combs Unified School District (4445)

39315 N CORTONA DR, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

Enrollment

385

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,196 of 2,006

In San Tan Valley

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 9

J O Combs Unified School District (4445)

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Jack Harmon Elementary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in San Tan Valley · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.6/10

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4.0/10

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About Jack Harmon Elementary School

Jack Harmon Elementary School is a public elementary school in San Tan Valley, AZ, part of J O Combs Unified School District (4445). Jack Harmon Elementary School serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Jack Harmon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,196 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Jack Harmon Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Jack Harmon Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,719
Chronic Absenteeism48.8%

Jack Harmon Elementary School — Students at Jack Harmon Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
55%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
35%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Jack Harmon Elementary School Compares

See how Jack Harmon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

39315 N CORTONA DR, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jack Harmon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Queen Creek), which scores notably higher. Another option is Happy Valley School East Campus (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Katherine Mecham Barney Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Queen Creek), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Tan Valley, see our San Tan Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Ellsworth Elementary School Queen Creek 0.6 mi 3.6
J. O. Combs Middle School San Tan Valley 1.2 mi 4.0
Combs Online School for Success San Tan Vly 1.3 mi 2.9
Combs Center for Success High School San Tan Vly 1.3 mi 3.5
Combs Center for Success Middle School San Tan Vly 1.3 mi
Combs Traditional Academy San Tan Valley 1.4 mi 7.4
American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 Chandler 1.5 mi 7.2
Happy Valley School East Campus Mesa 1.6 mi 8.4
Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek Chandler 1.8 mi 6.6
Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary Queen Creek 2.0 mi 4.7
Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy Florence 2.5 mi 6.7
Ranch Elementary School San Tan Valley 2.6 mi 6.1
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School Queen Creek 2.2 mi 8.6
Schnepf Elementary School Queen Creek 2.5 mi 7.0
EVIT - Combs High School San Tan Valley 2.9 mi
Combs High School San Tan Valley 2.9 mi 7.4
Legacy Traditional-San Tan Chandler 2.9 mi 7.3
American Leadership Academy Signal Butte K-6 Queen Creek 2.7 mi 3.8
Queen Creek High School Queen Creek 3.0 mi 7.4
Katherine Mecham Barney Elementary Queen Creek 3.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,668

Median Home Value

$411,800

Median Rent

$1,883/mo

Population

51,078

College Educated

29.9%

Homeownership

84.1%

Avg Commute

37.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jack Harmon Elementary School

What grades does Jack Harmon Elementary School serve?

Jack Harmon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Jack Harmon Elementary School?

Jack Harmon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jack Harmon Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jack Harmon Elementary School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jack Harmon Elementary School rank in AZ?

Jack Harmon Elementary School ranks #1,196 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Jack Harmon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jack Harmon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Jack Harmon Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jack Harmon Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jack Harmon Elementary School a charter school?

No, Jack Harmon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jack Harmon Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Jack Harmon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pinal County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

District

J O Combs Unified School District (4445)
District Enrollment
4,052
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,719
District Rank
#4 of 9

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