Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, C J Harris Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: C J Harris Elementary serves the eastern part of Pearland, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C J Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
C J Harris Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
C J Harris Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C J Harris Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1538 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
42%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
18%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
29%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C J Harris Elementary School's ranking?
C J Harris Elementary School is ranked #1538 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are C J Harris Elementary School often compared to?
C J Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Cockrell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend C J Harris Elementary School?
549 students attend C J Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of C J Harris Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C J Harris Elementary School?
C J Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does C J Harris Elementary School offer ?
C J Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is C J Harris Elementary School part of?
C J Harris Elementary School is part of Pearland Independent School District.
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