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#615 of 967 schools in NE
Harvard Elementary School
Elementary School · HARVARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
506 E NORTH ST PO BOX 100, Harvard, NE 68944
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#615 of 967
In Harvard
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
HARVARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Harvard Elementary School
Harvard Elementary School is a public elementary school in Harvard, NE, part of HARVARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Harvard Elementary School serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #615 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Harvard Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, Harvard Elementary School 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.
Test scores at Harvard 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.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Harvard Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Harvard Elementary School — Students at Harvard Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.1/10.
How Harvard Elementary School Compares
See how Harvard Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
506 E NORTH ST PO BOX 100, Harvard, NE 68944
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harvard Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AURORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. Another option is SANDY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUTTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Sutton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Harvard, see our Harvard schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARVARD HIGH SCHOOL Harvard | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HARVARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Harvard | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| GILTNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Giltner | 10.8 mi | 4.7 |
| GILTNER HIGH SCHOOL Giltner | 10.8 mi | 6.7 |
| SANDY CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Fairfield | 13.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SANDY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairfield | 13.2 mi | 6.8 |
| SANDY CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairfield | 13.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SUTTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sutton | 12.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SUTTON SECONDARY SCHOOL Sutton | 12.1 mi | 8.3 |
| AURORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aurora | 17.1 mi | 8.7 |
| AURORA PRESCHOOL Aurora | 17.3 mi | 3.1 |
| AURORA MIDDLE SCHOOL Aurora | 17.3 mi | 7.4 |
| AURORA HIGH SCHOOL Aurora | 17.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ALCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 15.2 mi | 3.1 |
| ST CECILIA MIDDLE SCH/HIGH SCHOOL Hastings | 15.7 mi | 7.9 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 15.8 mi | 4.0 |
| HASTINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hastings | 16.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 16.4 mi | 3.9 |
| MORTON EARLY LEARNING CENTER Hastings | 16.5 mi | — |
| DONIPHAN-TRUMBULL SECONDARY Doniphan | 18.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68944 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,833
Median Home Value
$123,900
Median Rent
$737/mo
Population
1,230
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Norfolk, NE | 5.7 |
| ST AUGUSTINE INDIAN MISSION SCHOOL Winnebago, NE | 5.8 |
| WAUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wausa, NE | 5.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 5.6 |
| DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Schuyler, NE | 5.5 |
| LEWISTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston, NE | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harvard Elementary School
What grades does Harvard Elementary School serve?
Harvard Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Harvard Elementary School?
Harvard Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvard Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harvard Elementary School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harvard Elementary School rank in NE?
Harvard Elementary School ranks #615 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Harvard Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harvard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Harvard Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harvard Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harvard Elementary School a charter school?
No, Harvard Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harvard Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Harvard Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.8%
- Phone
- (402) 772-2171
Resources & Links
District
HARVARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 208
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,570
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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