Harrison Elementary School

2901 Harrison St.
Riverside, CA 92503
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 571 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Top 50% in CA
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : Harrison Elementary serves the southwest part of Riverside, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Harrison Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
571 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres

School Rankings

Harrison Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#4026 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

33%
34%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

46%
47%
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
5%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
73%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
6%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
11%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
5%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
89%
0.45

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
25.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #4026 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
571 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Harrison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Harrison Elementary School part of?
Harrison Elementary School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrison Elementary School located?
Harrison Elementary School is located in the Arlington South neighborhood of Riverside, CA.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 571 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : Harrison Elementary serves the southwest part of Riverside, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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