On the eastern side of the Argentine neighborhood sits J.C. Harmon High School, named after a former principal that served from 1924 to 1954. The high school is home to just more than 1,400 students and about 90 faculty and staff members.
At J.C. Harmon High School, technology is integrated into the curriculum. Every student receives a laptop to use for assignments and other course requirements. Another feature of the curriculum is the Career Cruising program. This program enables students to evaluate their life and career goals. The school offers multiple extracurricular clubs and activities, including student council, band, choir, ROTC and theater. And any student who enjoys athletics will appreciate the abundance of sports offered at J.C. Harmon. Football, soccer, softball, wrestling and cross country are just a few of the sports teams that students can join.
J C Harmon High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
2400 Steele Rd,
Kansas City, KS
Kansas City Kansas Public Schools
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
620
Average ACT Score
17
Math Proficiency
2%
Reading Proficiency
3%
Average GPA
3.15
Graduation Rate
77%
Niche Grade
C-
C
B-
C-
C+
B-
B-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.15
Reading Proficiency
3%
Math Proficiency
2%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
67
Full Time Teachers
67
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
620
Math
330
Verbal
300
Average ACT
17
Math
16
English
16
Reading
18
Science
17
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
87%
State Average
33.2%
Science
81.8%
State Average
39.7%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
485:1
Student Diversity
Male
53.7%
Female
46.3%
Hispanic
69.2%
Black
16.7%
White
9.8%
Two or more races
2.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Missouri - Kansas City
238 Students
The University of Kansas
218 Students
Kansas State University
202 Students
Kansas City Kansas Community College
180 Students
Johnson County Community College
144 Students
Wichita State University
137 Students
Baker University
131 Students
Emporia State University
125 Students
Rockhurst University
112 Students
Missouri State University
92 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
71 Students
Business
59 Students
Psychology
29 Students
Biology
29 Students
Small Business Management
27 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
20 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
20 Students
Nursing Assistant
20 Students
Education
17 Students
Accounting
17 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/25/2025
I've gone to Harmon all 4 years of high school. I love that it's not too big or small. You can recognize everyone after a few days of walking to class. The teachers are kind and supportive. I am happy with Harmon because of the fact that i can earn an associates degree while in high school.
6/28/2023
I think overall I had a good relationship with teachers but the overall atmosphere of that school is horrible. I can't stand here and say I've learned much. Most things I've learned I had to teach myself. It's a really toxic school due to childish students and students who got on teachers on purpose. Students overall need a more strict education. Some teachers need to learn how to teach and not just give out paper work with explanation.
6/2/2022
My teachers made me feel very welcome. They would always checked up on me anytime my grade was dropping.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/13/2017
Great athletic and extracurricular activities for all, solid Spanish program, good facilities and excellent neighborhood and location.
8/22/2014
People care about one another at Harmon. Teachers are committed to helping and respecting the students. Most of the kids are dedicated learners coming from excellent elementary backgrounds. KCK is a great, hard-working community and Harmon is its heart
8/1/2013
Overall J.C. Harmon is a great school! The past has defined the school as one of the worst schools in the area, but with a new principal coming for the 2013-2014 School Year, Harmon will be at the top of its abilities. Harmon also has a great Math Department receiving Gold Status at the KCKPS Math R...
10/8/2011
Im a Freshmen for the 2011-2012 school year and the school is not as bad as everyone think it is. Its just that the previous students gave this school a very bad reputation. The teachers actually care for the students but some of the students dont care about the teachers. all the school needs is beh...
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Average Home Value
$200,499
Median Lot Size
8,712 Sq Ft
% Renters
46%
Average Household Income
$66,192
% of College Grads
12.5%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
1,196 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
56.6%
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Clopper Field
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- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
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J C Harmon High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Kansas City, KS and is served by the Kansas City Kansas Public Schools in Kansas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,329 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 2% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 3% are proficient in reading. J C Harmon High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.15, the graduation rate is 77%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 620 and an ACT score of 17. The average home value in this area is $200,499. Discover additional schools in the area, like Beyond the Bell, Wyandotte High School, Bishop Miege High School, and more. Learn more about what Kansas City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near J C Harmon High School.