Serving 1,356 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barbara A Harvey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School's student population of 1,356 students has grown by 95% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 87% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Rankings
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara A Harvey Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#674 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
60%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara A Harvey Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School is ranked #674 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Barbara A Harvey Elementary School often compared to?
Barbara A Harvey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annie Lucy Williams Elementary School, Parrish Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Barbara A Harvey Elementary School?
1,356 students attend Barbara A Harvey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Barbara A Harvey Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara A Harvey Elementary School?
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barbara A Harvey Elementary School offer ?
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barbara A Harvey Elementary School part of?
Barbara A Harvey Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
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