Harrisburg Elementary School in Harrisburg, AR serves 436 students from kindergarten through 5th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is above the state average ratio of approximately 14:1.
Math proficiency is 49%, higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and district average of 39%, while reading proficiency is 34%, which is lower than the state average of 40% and district average of 38%.
Science proficiency stands at 33%, slightly lower than the state average of 36% but higher than the district average of 31%.
The school's overall ranking declined from #355 in 2011 to #467 in 2023, showing a downward trend in relative performance over recent years.
Minority enrollment is approximately 10%, with white students comprising the majority; enrollment increased from 389 students in 2019 to 493 students in 2023, indicating notable growth in the student body.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrisburg Elementary School's student population of 428 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Harrisburg Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#467 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
89%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
38%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg Elementary School's ranking?
Harrisburg Elementary School is ranked #467 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Harrisburg Elementary School?
428 students attend Harrisburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Harrisburg Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrisburg Elementary School?
Harrisburg Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrisburg Elementary School offer ?
Harrisburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrisburg Elementary School part of?
Harrisburg Elementary School is part of Harrisburg School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
This school and this town is a joke. These kids don't have a chance in this town.
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