Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Harrison Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey 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 New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: South Harrison Township Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Harrisonville, NJ, covering approximately 16 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Harrison Elementary School's student population of 345 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
South Harrison Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Harrison Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1068 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
South Harrison Elementary School is ranked #1068 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend South Harrison Elementary School?
345 students attend South Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Harrison Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Harrison Elementary School?
South Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Harrison Elementary School offer ?
South Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Harrison Elementary School part of?
South Harrison Elementary School is part of South Harrison Township School District.
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