Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Harrisburg Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrisburg Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Harrisburg, OR, encompassing approximately 131.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.8 miles and the furthest edge located 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrisburg Elementary School's student population of 338 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Harrisburg Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#358 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg Elementary School's ranking?
Harrisburg Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Harrisburg Elementary School?
338 students attend Harrisburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Harrisburg Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrisburg Elementary School?
Harrisburg Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrisburg Elementary School offer ?
Harrisburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrisburg Elementary School part of?
Harrisburg Elementary School is part of Harrisburg SD 7j School District.
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