Serving 493 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry C. Morrison Elementary School serves the northern part of Fort Smith, AR, encompassing an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 2 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry C. Morrison Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#649 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Morrison Blue, Horseshoe Silver, Gray Dapple
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry C. Morrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School is ranked #649 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
493 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, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
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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