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#834 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 37% in state

Harper-archer Elementary School

Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools

3399 Collier Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30331

Enrollment

529

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#834 of 2,268

In Atlanta

#52 of 136

public schools

In district

#33 of 86

Atlanta Public Schools

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Harper-archer Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Atlanta · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harper-archer Elementary School

Harper-archer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools. Harper-archer Elementary School serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Harper-archer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #834 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Harper-archer Elementary School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Harper-archer Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

69% of students at Harper-archer 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 Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data4
Annual Change+2.16 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendImproving
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.4% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-28.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.4 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,046
Chronic Absenteeism69.4%

Harper-archer Elementary School — Students at Harper-archer Elementary School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 7.4% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 9.1% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 8 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
9%
2024
Math
13.6%
ELA
12.4%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Harper-archer Elementary School Compares

See how Harper-archer Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in GA
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
69.4%

Location

3399 Collier Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30331

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harper-archer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP Soul Primary (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bazoline E. Usher/Collier Heights Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, West Manor Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
IMHOTOP ACADEMY Atlanta 0.2 mi 4.6
Bazoline E. Usher/Collier Heights Elementary School Atlanta 0.3 mi 6.8
Atlanta Heights Charter School Atlanta 1.0 mi 3.5
The Kindezi School Atlanta 1.3 mi 4.4
KIPP Soul Primary Atlanta 1.7 mi 7.0
KIPP Soul Academy Atlanta 1.7 mi 7.7
B.E.S.T Academy Atlanta 1.7 mi 6.8
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy Atlanta 1.8 mi 7.8
Peyton Forest Elementary School Atlanta 1.8 mi 4.4
Atlanta SMART Academy Atlanta 1.8 mi 8.1
GREATER ATLANTA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Atlanta 1.7 mi 5.7
BEREAN CHRISTIAN JR ACADEMY Atlanta 1.7 mi 5.1
Miles Elementary School Atlanta 1.8 mi 4.1
West Manor Elementary School Atlanta 2.1 mi 5.8
Frederick Douglass High School Atlanta 1.9 mi 5.0
Benjamin E. Mays High School Atlanta 2.5 mi 4.5
Jean Childs Young Middle School Atlanta 2.6 mi 3.5
William J. Scott Elementary School Atlanta 2.8 mi 5.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF PROVIDENCE PAVILION Mableton 3.1 mi
OMNI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL ACADEMY Atlanta 3.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,548

Median Home Value

$277,900

Median Rent

$1,264/mo

Population

63,418

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

34.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Median Age

36.6

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School Rating
Altama Elementary School Brunswick, GA 7.0
Battlefield Elementary School Fort Oglethorpe, GA 7.0
Hampton L. Daughtry Elementary School Jackson, GA 7.0
Hogansville Elementary School Hogansville, GA 7.0
Johnson County Elementary School Wrightsville, GA 7.0
KIPP Soul Primary Atlanta, GA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harper-archer Elementary School

What grades does Harper-archer Elementary School serve?

Harper-archer Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Harper-archer Elementary School?

Harper-archer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harper-archer Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harper-archer Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harper-archer Elementary School rank in GA?

Harper-archer Elementary School ranks #834 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Harper-archer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harper-archer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Harper-archer Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harper-archer Elementary School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Harper-archer Elementary School a charter school?

No, Harper-archer Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harper-archer Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Harper-archer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harper-archer Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Harper-archer Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
69.4%

District

Atlanta Public Schools
District Enrollment
49,660
Schools in District
87
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,046
District Rank
#33 of 86

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