HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SO SIOUX CITY COMMUNITY SCHS school district, located in SO SIOUX CITY, NE with about 321 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 32 teachers, HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is located in South Sioux City, Nebraska, and serves as a foundational educational institution within the South Sioux City Community Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that caters to the diverse needs of its student population. By emphasizing core academic subjects alongside social-emotional development, Harney Elementary aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors while promoting a sense of community and belonging.

The school is known for its dedication to student-centered instruction, utilizing various teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles. In addition to its standard curriculum, Harney Elementary often engages in initiatives that encourage family involvement and community partnerships, recognizing that a collaborative approach between home and school is essential for student growth. As a hub for elementary education in the area, the school focuses on creating a safe, encouraging atmosphere where students are motivated to achieve their potential and develop essential life skills.

For more information, contact HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (402) 494-1446 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1001 ARBOR DRIVE
SO SIOUX CITY, NE 68776-2472
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HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SO SIOUX CITY, NE with about 321 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
321
Teachers:
32.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 321 students

Hispanic/Latino
66.0%
White
12.1%
Black or African American
10.6%
Two or more races
5.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.8%
Asian
2.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
44.9%
Male
55.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.