Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harritt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harritt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harritt Elementary School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Harritt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harritt Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#879 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)23%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
41%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
42%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harritt Elementary School's ranking?
Harritt Elementary School is ranked #879 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Harritt Elementary School often compared to?
Harritt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kalapuya Elementary School, Brush College Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Harritt Elementary School?
518 students attend Harritt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Harritt Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harritt Elementary School?
Harritt Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harritt Elementary School offer ?
Harritt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harritt Elementary School part of?
Harritt Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Harritt Elementary School located?
Harritt Elementary School is located in the West Salem neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in West Salem.
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