HARMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harms Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District school district, located in DETROIT, MI with about 391 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Harms Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Harms Elementary School, located on Central Street in Southwest Detroit, is a foundational part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD). Serving a diverse community, the school is deeply integrated into the neighborhood's fabric, focusing on providing a supportive and structured learning environment for students in the primary grades. The school emphasizes foundational academic skills while striving to foster a welcoming culture that honors the cultural background of its students, many of whom come from the vibrant, multi-generational families residing in the surrounding area.

Academically, Harms Elementary works to address the specific needs of its student body through a curriculum designed to build proficiency in core subjects like literacy and mathematics. Beyond standard classroom instruction, the school often partners with local community organizations to provide enrichment opportunities, nutritional support, and resources that help bridge the gap between home and school life. By maintaining a focus on student growth and social-emotional development, Harms Elementary aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Harms Elementary School at (313) 849-3492 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.