Serving 607 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harrison Avenue 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 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Avenue Elementary School serves the southern part of Harrison, NY, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Avenue 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
Harrison Avenue Elementary School's student population of 607 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
607 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Harrison Avenue 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 Harrison Avenue Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#373 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
20%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
56%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Avenue Elementary School is ranked #373 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Harrison Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parsons Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harrison Avenue Elementary School?
607 students attend Harrison Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Harrison Avenue Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison Avenue Elementary School?
Harrison Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrison Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrison Avenue Elementary School part of?
Harrison Avenue Elementary School is part of Harrison Central School District.
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