Serving 218 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#65 out of 303 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Truman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
218 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Harrison Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 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 equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
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 Sweetwater County School District #2.
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