Serving 498 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 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harritt Elementary School serves the northwest part of Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with average distances to the zone's edge being about 1.1 miles and a maximum of 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harritt Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harritt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harritt Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#891 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue & Yellow
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harritt Elementary School's ranking?
Harritt Elementary School is ranked #891 out of 1,174 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?
498 students attend Harritt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Harritt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harritt Elementary School?
Harritt Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, 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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