H L HARSHMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL

H L Harshman Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Indianapolis Public Schools school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 517 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 48 teachers, H L Harshman Middle 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.

H.L. Harshman Middle School, located on East 10th Street in Indianapolis, serves as a significant educational hub within the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) district. The school is named in honor of Horace L. Harshman, a long-time Indianapolis educator and principal. The facility is situated in a historically established neighborhood, reflecting the district's ongoing commitment to providing accessible public education to the students of the Near Eastside community.

As a middle school, the institution focuses on the developmental transition between elementary and high school, typically serving students in grades 6 through 8. The school's curriculum is designed to meet state academic standards while emphasizing student engagement through various extracurricular activities and support programs. By fostering a learning environment that prioritizes both academic growth and social-emotional development, H.L. Harshman Middle School strives to prepare its student body for the rigorous demands of secondary education and future college or career pathways.

For more information, contact H L Harshman Middle School at (317) 226-4101 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.