Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harrison Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Hill Elementary School serves the southern part of Fort Wayne, IN, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Hill Elementary School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrison Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Hill Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1405 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
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)25.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Hill Elementary School is ranked #1405 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Harrison Hill Elementary School?
612 students attend Harrison Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Harrison Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison Hill Elementary School?
Harrison Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harrison Hill Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Hill Elementary School part of?
Harrison Hill Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Harrison Hill Elementary School located?
Harrison Hill Elementary School is located in the Harrison Hill neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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