The Escolares Academy serves the academically gifted and talented students of Harbison West. Students in grades 2-5 who are locally (2nd grade) and/or state (3rd-5th grade) identified are instructed in an all-day program to meet their academic needs. There are two classes per grade level.  The Escolares Academy classes work at a grade level above in math instruction. 

The program provides gifted students the opportunity to learn, grow and develop to their maximum potential.  Any District Five student, who will be in grades second through fifth and meets the gifted program requirements, may apply to participate in the Harbison West Escolares Academy Academic Magnet program.

Program characteristics include: an accelerated learning pace, enriched curriculum that exceeds state standards, rigorous and relevant integrated curriculum, learning activities differentiated for gifted learners, collaborative and competitive experiences, integrated technology, and much more.  Students also engage in advanced field studies, complex inquiry learning, self-directed learning opportunities, critical and creative thinking activities,  Our curriculum and teaching methods include: hands-on equations, critical thinking, and document-based questions.