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#724 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 29% in state

Harmony Township School

Elementary School · Harmony Township School District

2551 BELVIDERE ROAD, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865

Enrollment

184

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#724 of 2,466

In Phillipsburg

#1 of 9

public schools

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Harmony Township School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Phillipsburg · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Harmony Township School

Harmony Township School is a public elementary school in Phillipsburg, NJ, part of Harmony Township School District. Harmony Township School serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony Township School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #724 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Harmony Township School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 184 students, Harmony Township 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 Harmony Township 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, Harmony Township School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.2 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$36,898
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Harmony Township School — Students at Harmony Township School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
32.4%
2025
Math
36%
ELA
42.7%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Harmony Township School Compares

See how Harmony Township School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
71th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

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

2551 BELVIDERE ROAD, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harmony Township School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. March El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Easton), with a very similar rating. Another option is Phillipsburg Early Childhood Learning Center (rated 7.1/10, 4.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Shawnee El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Easton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Phillipsburg, see our Phillipsburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lopatcong Township Middle School Phillipsburg 2.2 mi 6.4
Lopatcong Elementary School Phillipsburg 2.9 mi 6.4
Phillipsburg High School Phillipsburg 2.9 mi 4.1
STS PHILIP & JAMES SCHOOL Phillipsburg 3.5 mi 6.3
Stewartsville Middle School Stewartsville 4.1 mi 7.7
Greenwich School Stewartsville 4.3 mi 4.8
Phillipsburg Early Childhood Learning Center Phillipsburg 4.1 mi 7.1
Phillipsburg Elementary School Phillipsburg 4.2 mi 5.7
Philipsburg Primary School Phillipsburg 4.4 mi 5.4
Phillipsburg Middle School Phillipsburg 4.1 mi 5.0
March El Sch Easton 4.3 mi 7.5
Forks El Sch Easton 4.3 mi 5.9
GODDARD SCHOOL Easton 4.4 mi
Alpha Borough School Alpha 5.6 mi 5.1
Easton Arts Academy Elementary CS Easton 5.1 mi 3.2
Pohatcong Township School Phillipsburg 6.1 mi 6.0
Franklin Township School Washington 4.9 mi 4.6
Shawnee El Sch Easton 5.2 mi 6.9
Career Institute of Technology Easton 5.0 mi
Easton Area MS Easton 5.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08865 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,519

Median Home Value

$244,200

Median Rent

$1,248/mo

Population

31,078

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

69.3%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harmony Township School

What grades does Harmony Township School serve?

Harmony Township School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Harmony Township School?

Harmony Township School has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony Township School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harmony Township School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harmony Township School rank in NJ?

Harmony Township School ranks #724 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Harmony Township School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harmony Township School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Harmony Township School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony Township School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harmony Township School a charter school?

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

Is Harmony Township School a Title I school?

No, Harmony Township School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony Township School?

14.1% of students at Harmony Township 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

District

Harmony Township School District
District Enrollment
185
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$36,898
District Rank
#1 of 1

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