Serving 147 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harris Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Harris Elementary School's student population of 147 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harris Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#925 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
73%
20%
White
13%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Harris Elementary School is ranked #925 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School, Oakbrooke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Harris Elementary School?
147 students attend Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Harris Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harris Elementary School?
Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harris Elementary School offer ?
Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harris Elementary School part of?
Harris Elementary School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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