Serving 105 students in grades 3-6, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Elementary serves the west part of Harrison, ME, covering an area of approximately 87.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 105 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
105 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dare to Accept the Challenge
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#443 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #443 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
105 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Harrison Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison Elementary School?
Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Elementary School part of?
Harrison Elementary School is part of RSU 17/MSAD 17 School District.
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