Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harrison Lyseth Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Lyseth Elementary School serves the northern part of Portland, ME, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
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Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Lyseth Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Harrison Lyseth Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gerald E Talbot Community School, Longfellow School-portland by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Harrison Lyseth Elementary School?
489 students attend Harrison Lyseth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Harrison Lyseth Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison Lyseth Elementary School?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrison Lyseth Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Lyseth Elementary School part of?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is part of Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrison Lyseth Elementary School located?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is located in the North Deering neighborhood of Portland, ME. There are 3 other public schools located in North Deering.
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