Serving 187 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harris Elementary School's student population of 187 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harris Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#953 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
72%
19%
White
10%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #953 out of 989 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 Oakbrooke Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School, Meadow Park 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 39% AR state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Harris Elementary School?
187 students attend Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Harris Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harris Elementary School?
Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harris Elementary School offer ?
Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harris Elementary School part of?
Harris Elementary School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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