Narvie Harris Elementary School

Summary:

Narvie Harris Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Decatur, Georgia, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 603 students. The school is part of the DeKalb County School District, which is ranked 138 out of 203 districts in Georgia and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Narvie Harris Elementary has consistently outperformed the DeKalb County and Georgia state averages in Milestones Assessment proficiency rates across multiple grade levels and subject areas. In 2023-2024, the school's 5th-grade English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency rate was 67.7%, compared to 40.8% for DeKalb County and 48.2% for the state. Similarly, the school's 4th-grade Mathematics proficiency rate was 56.3%, compared to 34.3% for DeKalb County and 48.1% for the state. Additionally, Narvie Harris has a very high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, with 100% of students receiving this benefit in the 2022-2023 school year, which is significantly higher than the surrounding schools.

The relatively high per-student spending at Narvie Harris, at $11,600 in the 2018-2019 school year, suggests the school is receiving additional resources or funding to support its students, which may contribute to its strong academic performance. While Narvie Harris outperforms the nearby schools, such as Canby Lane Elementary and Flat Rock Elementary, in academic proficiency, some other schools in the area, like Edward L. Bouie- Senior Elementary School, also demonstrate relatively strong performance compared to the district and state averages.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 3981 McGill Dr
       Decatur, GA  30034


(678) 676-9202

District: DeKalb County

SchoolDigger Rank:
335th of 1,248 Georgia Elementary Schools


Student/teacher ratio:  17.4 Help
Number of students:  603

Racial breakdown:

African American:
96.7%
Hispanic:
1.8%
Two or more races:
0.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  100% Help


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Compare Details Narvie Harris Elementary School ranks better than 73.2% of elementary schools in Georgia. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 70.84. (See more...)
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Schooldigger Rankings:

Narvie Harris Elementary School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

DeKalb County:

SchoolDigger ranks DeKalb County 138th of 203 Georgia school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Narvie Harris Elementary School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools GA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 77.35 212th 1101 80.7%
2007 69.78 356th 1125 68.4%
2008 71.46 300th 1134 73.5%
2009 65.67 411th 1133 63.7%
2010 68.74 399th 1183 66.3%
2011 65.22 485th 1212 60.0%
2012 61.99 542nd 1201 54.9%
2013 58.94 619th 1225 49.5%
2014 56.66 640th 1231 48.0%
2015 47.38 603rd 1240 51.4%
2016 51.86 540th 1233 56.2%
2017 53.29 504th 1205 58.2%
2018 37.08 747th 1209 38.2%
2019 62.30 426th 1234 65.5%
2021 50.39 551st 1214 54.6%
2022 55.85 498th 1244 60.0%
2023 69.08 346th 1242 72.1%
2024 70.84 335th 1248 73.2%
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Data source: test scores: Georgia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Data source: Georgia Department of Education

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All ratings (Avg rating: 2.7)
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Reviews:
by a parent
Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Open Quote If you are seeking a school of quality compared to the surrounding neighborhood schools such as Cedar Grove or Oakview Elementary then yes, this school is an option. Unfortunately, Narvie J. Harris has tons of work to do internally in order to improve.
Honestly, what saves this school is their dynamic PTA Committee. Without their PTA this school would not be where they are currently. School's depend on its leadership, and the staff is only as good as their leader. The Principal is extremely obnoxious and rude- even when you speak to him he will not speak to you. The male teachers at this school follow that as well. Mr. Kirkland is a prime example.
I must say, the teachers overall are okay- as long as your involved with your child's education and that makes sense. I can tell a difference in what my child is learning from day to day. Its clear the teachers put in much more effort than their leadership. And for that, I appreciate everything Narvie's teachers do there. I even appreciate the front office staff. They are wonderful.
The school programs are phenomenal so I do appreciate the effort and dedication the staff and students put into the programs each year.
In closing, this school is just okay with so much potential to be GREAT. But it must start with its leader- Dr. Tart. If Narvie was ever astute enough to part ways with certain leaders at Narvie- you would probably witness test scores improve and professionalism in staff flourish. Dr. Tart must expect more from his staff and address concerns that involve its community stakeholders, staff, students, and parents. It is his job to build that rapport. Without the Principals true dedication this school will continue to lag in its process. Simply put, We have work to do Narvie! Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, August 19, 2016

Open Quote Narvie J Harris has good intentions but the delivery needs some work. Parents committed to the theme school curriculum value parental involvement and academic rigor for their children. However, parents still want their kids to enjoy going to school while being challenged academically. Students should not feel like or be treated like they are in boot camp. I find is disheartening to watch young children not want to come to school, not because of the work but because of the constant drilling of frivolous rules. "Not walking with your hands on your lips or on the silver line", doesn't equal a discipline or behavior problem. Enroll your child here with extreme caution as they will be prepared academically but their self esteem and self worth will take a huge hit. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Narvie Harris Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2000 6 992 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 998
2001 5 1007 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 1012
2002 7 959 0 2 2 n/a n/a 0 970
2003 7 959 0 2 2 n/a n/a 0 970
2004 6 953 0 3 1 n/a n/a 0 963
2005 3 948 0 3 0 n/a n/a 8 962
2006 2 964 1 2 0 n/a n/a 7 976
2007 2 970 1 2 0 n/a n/a 10 985
2008 3 960 1 0 0 n/a n/a 12 976
2009 3 941 1 0 0 n/a n/a 13 958
2010 4 979 0 4 0 2 0 0 989
2011 2 965 0 4 0 1 1 0 973
2012 2 960 0 6 0 1 1 0 970
2013 2 915 0 4 0 2 3 0 926
2014 0 891 0 4 0 1 3 0 899
2015 0 848 0 4 0 1 5 0 858
2016 2 843 0 5 1 1 5 0 857
2017 2 840 1 10 0 2 9 0 864
2018 6 795 2 12 0 2 4 0 821
2019 2 731 1 17 1 0 3 0 755
2020 2 697 1 16 1 0 3 0 720
2021 2 642 1 15 3 0 6 0 669
2022 1 596 1 14 3 0 5 0 620
2023 1 583 0 11 3 0 5 0 603

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Narvie Harris Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2000 998 55.5 18.0 36.4
2001 1012 56.5 17.9 34.1
2002 970 54.5 17.8 37.2
2003 970 54.5 17.8 37.2
2004 963 57.3 16.8 41.8
2005 962 57.5 16.7 40.9
2006 976 57.4 17.0 40.9
2007 985 57.4 17.2 43.3
2008 976 57.4 17.0 43.2
2009 958 56.5 17.0 49.2
2010 989 54.0 18.3 48.1
2011 973 52.0 18.7 49.1
2012 970 56.5 17.1 48.6
2013 926 47.8 19.3 55
2014 899 46.8 19.2 56.5
2015 858 48.0 17.8 59.2
2016 857 48.0 17.8 62.1
2017 864 48.0 18.0 62
2018 821 48.8 16.8 65.8
2019 755 47.8 15.7 65.8
2020 720 42.6 16.9 69.6
2021 669 37.6 17.7 64.3
2022 620 38.6 16.0 n/a
2023 603 34.6 17.4 100

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Narvie Harris Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2000 998 55.5 18.0 36.4
2001 1012 56.5 17.9 34.1
2002 970 54.5 17.8 37.2
2003 970 54.5 17.8 37.2
2004 963 57.3 16.8 41.8
2005 962 57.5 16.7 40.9
2006 976 57.4 17.0 40.9
2007 985 57.4 17.2 43.3
2008 976 57.4 17.0 43.2
2009 958 56.5 17.0 49.2
2010 989 54.0 18.3 48.1
2011 973 52.0 18.7 49.1
2012 970 56.5 17.1 48.6
2013 926 47.8 19.3 55
2014 899 46.8 19.2 56.5
2015 858 48.0 17.8 59.2
2016 857 48.0 17.8 62.1
2017 864 48.0 18.0 62
2018 821 48.8 16.8 65.8
2019 755 47.8 15.7 65.8
2020 720 42.6 16.9 69.6
2021 669 37.6 17.7 64.3
2022 620 38.6 16.0 n/a
2023 603 34.6 17.4 100

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Narvie Harris Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2017 $504 (5.5%) $8,740 (94.6%) $9,243
2018 $571 (5.8%) $9,206 (94.2%) $9,777
2019 $652 (5.6%) $10,948 (94.4%) $11,600

Data source: Georgia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Narvie Harris Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 426th of 1234 Elementary schoolsRanks 346th of 1242 Elementary schools
 6.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Narvie Harris Elementary School)65.760
 5.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (DeKalb County)33.531.7
 1.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Georgia)4238.6
 3.4%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Narvie Harris Elementary School)69.250.6
 18.6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (DeKalb County)40.133.8
 6.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Georgia)5245.6
 6.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Narvie Harris Elementary School)45.846
 0.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (DeKalb County)34.430.2
 4.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Georgia)4236.1
 5.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Narvie Harris Elementary School)47.552.5
 5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (DeKalb County)35.533.9
 1.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Georgia)4945.7
 3.3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Narvie Harris Elementary School)61.845.7
 16.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (DeKalb County)37.433.9
 3.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Georgia)4541.6
 3.4%
5th Grade Mathematics (Narvie Harris Elementary School)3943.6
 4.6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (DeKalb County)30.525.3
 5.2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Georgia)4137.4
 3.6%
5th Grade Science (Narvie Harris Elementary School)3540.4
 5.4%
   5th Grade Science (DeKalb County)33.927.9
 6%
   5th Grade Science (Georgia)4340
 3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students755603
 20.1%
African American731583
 20.2%
American Indian13
 200%
Asian10
 100%
Hispanic1711
 35.3%
Pacific Islander00
White21
 50%
Two or More Races35
 66.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients65.8%100%
 34.2%


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Students at Narvie Harris Elementary School are 97% African American, 2% Hispanic.

In the 2022-23 school year, 603 students attended Narvie Harris Elementary School.

Narvie Harris Elementary School ranks 335th of 1248 Georgia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.


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