Serving 448 students in grades 1-5, Harris Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harris Academy serves the southwest part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harris Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
448 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harris Elementary School is 0.38, which is less 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
#7011 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Harris Elementary School is ranked #7011 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Elementary School, French Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harris Elementary School?
448 students attend Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Harris Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harris Elementary School?
Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harris Elementary School offer ?
Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Harris Elementary School part of?
Harris Elementary School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Harris Elementary School located?
Harris Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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