Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harahan School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harahan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Harahan School's student population of 390 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harahan School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harahan School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#560 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
34%
42%
White
38%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harahan School's ranking?
Harahan School is ranked #560 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Harahan School often compared to?
Harahan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Harahan School?
390 students attend Harahan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Harahan School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harahan School?
Harahan School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harahan School offer ?
Harahan School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harahan School part of?
Harahan School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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