Summary:
Harmony, Florida is served by a single public school, Harmony Community School, an elementary school for grades PK through 5 with a substantial enrollment of 1,048 students. This school is a standout academic performer, consistently earning a 4-star rating from the state and ranking in the top 20-25% of all Florida elementary schools over the past three years. This is particularly impressive given that it operates within the Osceola school district, which is ranked near the bottom of the state (19th percentile).
Academically, Harmony Community School significantly outperforms both the district and state averages in every subject and grade level tested. For the 2025-2026 school year, English Language Arts proficiency ranges from 70% to 84%, while math proficiency ranges from 68% to 85%, with 3rd graders achieving the highest scores. For example, 3rd-grade math proficiency (85%) is 19 points higher than the state average, and 3rd-grade ELA (84%) is 24 points higher. The school also excels in 5th-grade science, with 64% proficiency compared to the state's 60%. While the school's ranking has seen a slight decline over three years (from the 82nd to the 74th percentile), its performance remains excellent.
Key metrics show a school with moderate economic need, as 40.65% of students are eligible for free or reduced lunch. The student-teacher ratio is 17.6:1, and per-student spending is $10,054. A notable area for improvement is chronic absenteeism, which at 23.9% is lower than the district average of 34.9% but still means nearly one in four students is chronically absent. Overall, Harmony Community School is a high-performing "pocket of excellence" within a struggling district, suggesting strong local leadership and a supportive community are driving its success.
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