Harris Hill Elementary School

2126 Penfield Rd
Penfield, NY 14526
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harris Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 479 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 10% in NY
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 20%)
  • : Harris Hill Elementary School serves the eastern part of Penfield, NY, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest residents located about 5.3 miles from the school.
  • 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Harris Hill Elementary School's student population of 479 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
479 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Harris Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% 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 0.27, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#341 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
85-89%
52%
70-74%
49%
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
85%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
(22-23)
10.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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 #341 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 Scribner Road Elementary School, Indian Landing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harris Hill Elementary School?
479 students attend Harris Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Harris Hill Elementary School students are White, 6% 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 Penfield Central School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 479 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 20%)
  • : Harris Hill Elementary School serves the eastern part of Penfield, NY, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest residents located about 5.3 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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