Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Wonder Lake, IL, encompassing approximately 5.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 447 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2419 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #2419 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ringwood School Primary Center, North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
447 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Harrison Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 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 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Harrison Elementary School part of?
Harrison Elementary School is part of Harrison SD 36 School District.
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