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Harney Elementary School

Elementary School · Lebanon Community School Corp

1500 N Garfield St, Lebanon, IN 46052

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,299 of 1,823

In Lebanon

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Lebanon Community School Corp

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Harney Elementary School

5.3/10

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

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7.1/10

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About Harney Elementary School

Harney Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lebanon, IN, part of Lebanon Community School Corp. Harney Elementary School serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Harney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,299 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Harney Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,080
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Harney Elementary School — Students at Harney Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 37 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
40%
2025
Math
51.4%
ELA
35.7%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Harney Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in IN
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

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

1500 N Garfield St, Lebanon, IN 46052

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harney Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Boone Meadow (rated 8.8/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Whitestown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stonegate Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Zionsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Granville Wells Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Jamestown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lebanon, see our Lebanon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.0 mi
School Distance Rating
JAMES E DAVIS SCHOOL Lebanon 0.3 mi 7.1
Lebanon Senior High School Lebanon 0.9 mi 6.8
Central Elementary School Lebanon 1.0 mi 8.0
Lebanon Middle School Lebanon 1.2 mi 5.3
CLEARVIEW EDUCATION INC Lebanon 1.8 mi
Hattie B Stokes Elementary School Lebanon 2.1 mi 5.2
Perry Worth Elementary School Lebanon 6.1 mi 6.9
Western Boone Jr-Sr High School Thorntown 7.1 mi 6.8
Thorntown Elementary School Thorntown 8.2 mi 8.4
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Advance 8.6 mi
Boone Meadow Whitestown 9.9 mi 8.8
TRADERS POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Whitestown 10.3 mi 7.8
Granville Wells Elementary School Jamestown 9.9 mi 8.7
Zionsville West Middle School Whitestown 10.2 mi 8.4
Stonegate Elementary Zionsville 10.6 mi 8.8
Trailside Elementary School Zionsville 10.6 mi 8.7
Tri-West Middle School Lizton 12.9 mi 7.4
Pittsboro Primary School Pittsboro 13.3 mi 6.8
BETHESDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Brownsburg 13.0 mi 7.0
Tri-West Senior High School Lizton 13.0 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,828

Median Home Value

$200,300

Median Rent

$911/mo

Population

23,455

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harney Elementary School

What grades does Harney Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Harney Elementary School?

Harney Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harney Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harney Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harney Elementary School rank in IN?

Harney Elementary School ranks #1,299 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Harney Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Harney Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harney Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harney Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Harney Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harney Elementary School?

51.5% of students at Harney 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Boone County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

Lebanon Community School Corp
District Enrollment
3,593
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,080
District Rank
#4 of 6

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