Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harry C. Morrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry C. Morrison Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#748 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
56%
15%
Black
14%
19%
White
16%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry C. Morrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School is ranked #748 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Harry C. Morrison Elementary School often compared to?
Harry C. Morrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trusty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Harry C. Morrison Elementary School?
418 students attend Harry C. Morrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Harry C. Morrison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry C. Morrison Elementary School?
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harry C. Morrison Elementary School offer ?
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harry C. Morrison Elementary School part of?
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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