Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Harris Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Harris Elementary serves the west part of Saint Charles, MO, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harris Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Harris Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harris Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#409 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
60%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Harris Elementary School is ranked #409 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Harris Elementary School?
408 students attend Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Harris Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harris Elementary School?
Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harris Elementary School offer ?
Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harris Elementary School part of?
Harris Elementary School is part of St. Charles R-VI School District.
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