Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harris Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harris Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harris Park Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harris Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harris Park Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1697 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
60%
35%
Black
4%
4%
White
28%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris Park Elementary School's ranking?
Harris Park Elementary School is ranked #1697 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Harris Park Elementary School often compared to?
Harris Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Josephine Hodgkins Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Harris Park Elementary School?
244 students attend Harris Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Harris Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harris Park Elementary School?
Harris Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harris Park Elementary School offer ?
Harris Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harris Park Elementary School part of?
Harris Park Elementary School is part of Westminster Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Harris Park Elementary School located?
Harris Park Elementary School is located in the South Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in South Westminster.
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