Serving 277 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Elementary School serves the southeast part of Cedar Rapids, IA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 277 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1088 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
25%
7%
White
44%
70%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #1088 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
277 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Harrison Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison Elementary School?
Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Elementary School part of?
Harrison Elementary School is part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrison Elementary School located?
Harrison Elementary School is located in the Northwest Area neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA.
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