Serving 709 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Harrison/Jefferson/Madison Complex serves the northern part of Port Lavaca, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
709 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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School Rankings
Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1273 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 1989)
Asian
10%
6%
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Hispanic
65%
54%
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Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
White
22%
24%
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Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025 (no data for 2020 and 2021)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School is ranked #1273 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School?
709 students attend Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School?
Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School part of?
Harrison/jefferson/madison Elementary School is part of Calhoun County Independent School District.
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