Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
274 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Harrison Elementary School students are White, 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 Elementary School?
Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrison Elementary School part of?
Harrison Elementary School is part of Janesville School District.
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