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#1668 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 48% in state
James a Harmon Elementary School
Elementary School · South-western City · Grove City, OH
A South-western City elementary school where students score 6 points below what's typical for similar communities.
1861 Gantz Rd, Grove City, OH 43123
- Math 64% proficient (2022)
- Reading 48% proficient (2022)
- 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at James a Harmon Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. OH average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 14 points since 2019, to 56% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 71% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 60% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
66.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where James a Harmon Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 11Car-Dependent
- Bike 30Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,791/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Grove City), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$87,883
Median home value
$262,400
Median rent
$1,279/mo
College educated
31.1%
Homeownership
73.7%
Poverty rate
7.3%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 43123; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finland Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.2 | K–4 | 0.5 mi | 368 | Compare → |
| East Franklin Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 3.0 | PK–4 | 0.8 mi | 259 | Compare → |
| Lindbergh Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.0 | PK–5 | 1.3 mi | 256 | Compare → |
| Buckeye Woods Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.6 | K–4 | Not available | 741 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
South-western City
- Schools in district
- 34
- Rank in district
- #7 of 32
- District spending per student
- $14,435NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 16.8%Census SAIPE · 2024
James a Harmon Elementary School is listed in South-Western City; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About James a Harmon Elementary School
James a Harmon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grove City, OH, part of South-western City, serving approximately 598 students in grades Pre-K-4th with a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,668 of 3,441 schools in OH. State assessment records show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about James a Harmon Elementary School
What grades does James a Harmon Elementary School serve?
James a Harmon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend James a Harmon Elementary School?
James a Harmon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James a Harmon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at James a Harmon Elementary School is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James a Harmon Elementary School rank in OH?
James a Harmon Elementary School ranks #1,668 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is James a Harmon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
James a Harmon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 James a Harmon Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James a Harmon Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is James a Harmon Elementary School a charter school?
No, James a Harmon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James a Harmon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, James a Harmon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James a Harmon Elementary School?
66.2% of students at James a Harmon 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (614) 801-8150
- Area population (ZIP 43123)
- 66,366
- Area average commute
- 22.4 min
- Area median age
- 39.8
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 43123; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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