Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 2183 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
50%
10%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
35%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Pleasant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
483 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Harrison Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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 New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harrison Elementary School part of?
Harrison Elementary School is part of Livingston Board Of Education School District.
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