Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harris Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Harris Elementary School serves the southern part of Forest City, NC, covering an area of approximately 63.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harris Elementary School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harris Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harris Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#854 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
85%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Harris Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Harris Elementary School is ranked #854 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School, Forest City-dunbar Elementary School, Ellenboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Harris Elementary School?
434 students attend Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Harris Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harris Elementary School?
Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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 Rutherford County Schools.
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