Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harris Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Harris Hill Elementary School serves the southern part of Buffalo, NY, covering an area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harris Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harris Hill Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Harris Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harris Hill Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#514 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Harris Hill Elementary School is ranked #514 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Harris Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Harris Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Country Parkway Elementary School, Dodge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harris Hill Elementary School?
452 students attend Harris Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Harris Hill Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harris Hill Elementary School?
Harris Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harris Hill Elementary School offer ?
Harris Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harris Hill Elementary School part of?
Harris Hill Elementary School is part of Clarence Central School District.
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