Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harlan Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harlan Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Harlan Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlan Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#222 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan Elementary School's ranking?
Harlan Elementary School is ranked #222 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Harlan Elementary School?
384 students attend Harlan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Harlan Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlan Elementary School?
Harlan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harlan Elementary School offer ?
Harlan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harlan Elementary School part of?
Harlan Elementary School is part of Birmingham School District.
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