Serving 494 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harney Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harney Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Believe... Learning together, we achieve!
School Rankings
Harney Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harney Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1777 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
51%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
48%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harney Elementary School's ranking?
Harney Elementary School is ranked #1777 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Harney Elementary School often compared to?
Harney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Sarah J Anderson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Harney Elementary School?
494 students attend Harney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Harney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harney Elementary School?
Harney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Harney Elementary School offer ?
Harney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harney Elementary School part of?
Harney Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Harney Elementary School located?
Harney Elementary School is located in the Edgewood Park neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Edgewood Park.
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